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Mamdani more popular than Netanyahu among US Jews

Analysis based on 14 articles · First reported Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026

Sentiment
-10
Attention
2
Articles
14
Market Impact
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Market Impact

The poll signals growing political divergence between American Jews and Israeli leadership, which may influence U.S. foreign policy and domestic political alignments. Media and political consulting firms may see increased demand for polling and analysis on Jewish American opinion.

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Event Summary

A new AP-NORC poll shows United States — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani with higher favorability among American Jews (44% favorable) than Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (32% favorable). The survey of 1,022 Jewish adults, conducted June 11-17, 2026, also found 30% of American Jews believe Israel committed genocide in Gaza, and support for Israel's ongoing military operations has declined. The poll reflects shifting attitudes among American Jews, particularly Democrats, who are increasingly critical of Israeli policy. Netanyahu criticized Mamdani's refusal to recognize Israel as a Jewish state. The findings come amid heightened debate within the Democratic Party over U.S. policy toward Israel.

Key Actions
100 Hamas stormed borders Israel
90 Israel launched military response Hamas
80 Israel signed off Hamas
70 Zohran Mamdani vowed to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu
70 Hamas refuse to disarm
60 Zohran Mamdani refused to recognize Israel
50 Zohran Mamdani called for divestment Israel
40 Zohran Mamdani skipped parade
40 Benjamin Netanyahu criticized Mamdani Zohran Mamdani
40 Zohran Mamdani rescinded Israel-related executive orders
30 Associated Press conducted poll
30 Zohran Mamdani condemned antisemitic vandalism
Entities Involved
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Zohran Mamdani
Mayor Mamdani's favorable rating among American Jews is higher than Netanyahu's, bolstering his political standing despite criticism of his Israel stance.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Netanyahu's unfavorable rating among American Jews is high (59%), reflecting eroding support for his leadership and policies.
Importance 85.0 Sentiment -40.0
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Israel
The poll indicates declining American Jewish support for Israel's actions in Gaza, with 30% believing genocide occurred.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment -20.0
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United States
U.S. policy toward Israel is a subject of debate; 38% of Jewish adults say the U.S. is too supportive of Israel.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 0.0
mil
Hamas
79% of American Jews view Hamas's Oct. 7 attack as unjustified; the group's refusal to disarm is widely criticized.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment -80.0
polparty
United States — Democratic Party (United States)
59% of Jewish respondents identify as Democrats; the party's base is increasingly critical of Israel.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Donald Trump
40% of Jewish adults approve of Trump's handling of Israel; 58% disapprove.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -20.0
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Associated Press
AP conducted the poll, which is the source of the data reported.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
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NORC at the University of Chicago
NORC co-conducted the poll with AP.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
polparty
United States — Republican Party (United States)
27% of Jewish respondents identify as Republicans; they are more supportive of Israel.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment -10.0
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United States — New York City
NYC is the setting for Mamdani's mayoral actions and the potential Netanyahu visit.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
alliance
United Nations
Netanyahu is scheduled to speak at the UN General Assembly in September, which may test Mamdani's pledge.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
govactor
International — International Criminal Court
Mamdani has pledged to enforce an ICC arrest warrant against Netanyahu if he visits NYC.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Joe Biden
Biden's administration is referenced as a baseline for earlier polling on U.S. support for Israel.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Eric Adams
Mamdani rescinded several Israel-related executive orders signed by former Mayor Adams.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
Relationships
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ Benjamin Netanyahu
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ Israel
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ United States
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ Hamas
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ United States — Democratic Party (United States)
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ Donald Trump
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ Associated Press
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ NORC at the University of Chicago
Zohran Mamdani related ↔ United States — Republican Party (United States)
Benjamin Netanyahu prime minister ↔ Israel Benjamin Netanyahu serves as the Prime Minister of Israel, leading the nation's executive government. He directs Israel'
Benjamin Netanyahu diplomatic counterpart ↔ United States Benjamin Netanyahu, as Prime Minister of Israel, serves as a major foreign diplomatic counterpart to the United States.
Benjamin Netanyahu adversary ↔ Hamas Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is leading an active military campaign against Hamas, vowing to destroy the mi
Benjamin Netanyahu related ↔ United States — Democratic Party (United States)
Benjamin Netanyahu political ally ↔ Donald Trump Benjamin Netanyahu operates as a close political ally to Donald Trump, relying on the US President for military and dipl
Benjamin Netanyahu related ↔ Associated Press
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