Voting in the U.S. for the 2025 World Zionist Congress has more than doubled compared to 2020, with 53,213 votes cast in the first week. This election allows U.S. Jews to impact Israel’s future and support Zionism. A record 22 groups are participating, and the Congress will influence over $1 billion in allocations.
The voting for the 2025 World Zionist Congress election in the United States has seen a remarkable increase, more than doubling within the first week compared to the 2020 election. This significant turnout reflects the opportunity for Jews in the U.S. to influence Israel’s future, impact global Jewish communities, and champion Zionism.
Between March 3 and March 10, 2023, 53,213 votes were cast, marking a 122% rise from the 23,938 votes during the same period in 2020. With continued voting at this rate, the 2025 election is poised to exceed the previous record of 123,575 total votes, particularly when compared to just 7,639 votes during the first week of the 2015 election.
A total of 152 delegates will be elected from the U.S., which constitutes approximately one-third of the Congress. These delegates will collaborate with international representatives to shape priorities for the World Zionist Organization, the Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund, the Jewish Agency, and United Israel Appeal, guiding the allocation of over $1 billion annually to support Israel and global Jewish communities.
Herbert Block, executive director of AZM, expressed optimism regarding voter engagement, stating: “We are gratified to see the unprecedented voter participation in the election’s first week.” He emphasized that this turnout indicates a strong commitment to Zionism among American Jews, especially given the rising stakes for the Jewish and Israeli future.
This election features a record 22 competing groups, reflecting diverse political, religious, and cultural backgrounds, a notable increase from 14 groups in 2020. Furthermore, more than 2,900 candidates from 43 states and territories in the U.S. are participating, representing over a 60% rise from the previous election.
In conclusion, the initial week of voting for the 2025 World Zionist Congress election has demonstrated unprecedented enthusiasm among U.S. voters, with a significant increase in participation compared to previous years. The diversity and number of competing candidates highlight the engagement of the Jewish community in shaping their future and support for Israel. The upcoming Congress in Jerusalem will play a pivotal role in determining key priorities for Jewish organizations worldwide.
Original Source: www.jpost.com
