Coming from a community that voted overwhelmingly for Barack Obama, both Jewish Democrats and Republicans hope to strike a new tone this year, by distancing themselves from their own party's politics. more>

The Jewish-Latino alliance on immigration issues builds on the heritage and experience of the Jewish community and on the enthusiasm and urgent needs of the Hispanic community. more>

Embraced by both the Muslim and the Jewish communities, Rep. Keith Ellison has been trying to strike a new tone, one that is simultaneously supportive of the Palestinian cause and sympathetic to the Israeli side. more>

According to the reporter, previous attempts at engaging with the Muslim community have left some Jewish activists bruised and scarred by skepticism and harsh criticism from their fellow Jews. more>

Hillary Clinton announced last week that she would co-sponsor an amendment, proposed by Virginia Democrat Jim Webb, which would require the president to seek congressional approval before taking military action against Iran. more>