| Topic: | Re:Re:Reply | |
| Posted by: | David Ainsworth | |
| Date/Time: | 23/08/25 08:57:00 |
| Thank you for your reply. It is better than your average, although misleading. Anyway, you can certainly expect congratulatory responses fron the team. "your attitude to Zionists aka Jews (with very few exceptions)" Google AI Overview There isn't a single, precise global figure for the number of Jewish people who are Zionists, as it varies by country and individual identity, but data from the British Jewish community shows a significant portion identifies as Zionist, though the trend is declining, with a 2024 JPR report finding 63% of British Jews identify as Zionist, down from 72% a decade earlier. Similarly, a Pew Research Center study in 2021 found that 78% of American Jews believed caring about Israel was an essential or important part of being Jewish, which reflects a strong connection to Israel, while also noting many Jews hold diverse views on the conflict and political solutions. Key points from research: Declining but still significant in the UK: A 2024 survey found 63% of British Jews identified as Zionist, a decrease from 72% in the previous decade. Strong attachment in the U.S.: A 2021 Pew Research Center study showed that 78% of U.S. Jews considered caring about Israel to be an essential or important part of their Jewish identity. Diversity of views: Many Jews do not identify as Zionists, and there is no universal agreement on the political role of Israel or the solution to the conflict with Palestinians. Different identities: The terms "Jew," "Israeli," and "Zionist" are not interchangeable, and it is possible to be a Jew, an Israeli citizen, and a Zionist, but not necessarily all three, or to be a Jew without being a Zionist. Factors influencing Zionist identification: Strong ties to Israel: A significant portion of Jewish communities globally maintain a strong emotional and spiritual connection to Israel, even if not all identify with the political ideology of Zionism. Diverse political viewpoints: Like any large population group, Jewish communities are diverse in their political and religious views, leading to a range of opinions on Zionism and the relationship between the Jewish people and the state of Israel." Would you say that Zionists were bigoted or not? |