Jewish political engagement in the United States presents complex challenges, as aligning with either major party can sometimes conflict with traditional Jewish values. While Democrats once strongly supported Israel and opposed antisemitism, a shift towards progressive ideologies has led to increased tolerance of anti-Israel and antisemitic sentiments within the party. Conversely, Republicans are now seen as more supportive of Israel, though some elements within the party promote Christian nationalism and fail to distance themselves from antisemitic rhetoric, causing unease among Jewish conservatives.

Historically, many Jews gravitated toward the Democratic Party due to its association with labor rights and social justice, particularly during periods of mass immigration and the New Deal era. However, this affiliation often reflected a search for ideological substitutes for traditional religious observance, rather than an intrinsic connection between Jewish identity and party politics. The article argues that neither party is inherently aligned with Jewish tradition, and that political values should not be conflated with religious identity.

Ultimately, Jewish continuity and survival depend on maintaining a distinct spiritual and cultural heritage, rather than subsuming Jewish identity within secular political movements. Participation in politics is encouraged, but Jews are cautioned to remember that their values and history are independent of, and should not be defined by, partisan agendas.