The Gist Election 2024: Tall Tales Of A Short Campaign
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Dec 2, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, Eric Fingerhut, former Congressman from Ohio and now CEO of the Jewish Federations of North America, shares insights on the challenges facing the Jewish community amidst political divides. He dives into the implications of recent Senate votes to strip military support from Israel. The conversation also critiques Kamala Harris' short campaign strategies, highlighting their missteps in engaging with voters and navigating a complex political landscape, including the impact of Biden's controversial pardons.
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Presidential Pardons
- Presidents can pardon friends and family, and many do.
- Such pardons rarely reflect well on their presidencies but can ease family tensions.
Short Campaign
- Kamala Harris's campaign advisors have publicly stated her campaign was short.
- This perceived brevity influenced their strategic choices.
Senate Votes on Israel
- 18 senators voted to withhold weapons from Israel, all Democrats.
- This action concerns some due to its potential implications for US-Israel relations.