Whats at Stake for the Jewish Community in the 2008 Elections?
– Historically, almost 80 percent of Jews vote for the Democratic ticket for President, but the Republican share of the vote has climbed from 11 percent in 1992 to 24 percent in 2004. With issues of great importance to the Jewish community on the table, including social service spending, separation of church and state, health insurance, the war in Iraq and the dangers posed by Iran, which button will Jews push? Moderator: William Daroff, UJC vice president of public policy. Speakers: Ira Forman, executive director, National Jewish Democratic Council; Noah Silverman, congressional affairs director, Republican Jewish Coalition; Nancy Kaufman, executive director, Jewish Community Relations Council of Boston.
