Transatlantic Solidarity: Americans Stand with Israelis in Protesting Judicial Changes
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
American Jews are joining Israelis in protesting against Israel's plans to overhaul its judiciary, which critics argue threaten the country's democracy. While some American Jews have been hesitant to publicly criticize Israel, more are becoming involved in protests due to President Biden's vocal concern and the argument that the Jewish diaspora should care about the status of Israeli democracy. Polls show that a majority of American Jews oppose the judicial changes, but there is a split between progressive, religiously liberal Jews and conservative, strictly observant Jews. The protests are gaining momentum, with rallies being held in various cities globally and plans to greet Israel's prime minister during his visit to the United Nations General Assembly.