Published: 14 August 2020
Last updated: 4 March 2024
Kamala Harris is a milestone for America, good for Biden and comforting for Jews (Haaretz)
CHEMI SHALEV: Harris married into the tribe and is backed by some significant Jewish donors. But Netanyahu and his friend in the White House, who hoped to have a field day with a more progressive candidate, are a different story
In Harris, Biden chooses a traditionally pro-Israel Dem as his veep candidate (Times of Israel)
Senator has good relations with AIPAC, is closely aligned with running mate on Mideast policy and aid to Jewish state; voted against anti-BDS bill, citing First Amendment rights
What do Jewish voters need to know about Kamala Harris? (Jerusalem Post)
Harris is seen as a strong supporter with ties to AIPAC, the country’s largest pro-Israel lobby, and unlike some Democrats has not broached the idea of conditioning aid to Israel.
The squad ends primary season with a 4-0 record against pro-Israel groups (Haaretz)
The victories of Jamaal Bowman, Rashida Tlaib, Cori Bush and Ilhan Omar are worrying for groups like AIPAC, the Democratic Majority for Israel and their allies
Photo: Kamala Harris speaks at a campaign rally for Biden in Detroit, on March 9 (Paul Sancya/AP)
