Politics
Democrats Emphasize Christian Faith in Midterm Campaigns
Several Democratic candidates for Congress are making religion a key part of their campaigns, marking an unusual strategy. This trend is particularly evident among Jewish candidates like Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), who faces challenges due to party tensions over Israel and the Gaza conflict.
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NPR
It's rare for Democrats to make religion a centerpiece of their campaigns. But this midterm election cycle, a number of candidates for Congress are doing just that.
2026-09-27 10:00 UTC
The Hill
Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) has emerged as one of the most closely watched contenders in the initial polling for the 2028 Democratic primary. But one factor strategists say could be a challenge for the Georgia senator is his religion. Amid party tensions over Israel and the war in Gaza, Ossoff's rise i
2026-09-27 10:00 UTC