Support for Iran war among US Jews has eroded since operations began, JPPI survey shows

The Jerusalem Post reports on a significant shift in sentiment among American Jews regarding the ongoing operations against Iran. A survey by the independent Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) reveals a notable decrease in support for the war, coinciding with its continuation and the eventual ceasefire.

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Support among US Jewry for the Iran war eroded as the operations continued, a survey published on Sunday by the independent Jerusalem-based think-tank Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) found.

Initially, a strong majority of US Jews backed the war, but this support has steadily eroded over the weeks. This trend is mirrored in Canadian and British Jewish communities, where initial high levels of support also saw a decline. The data suggests a growing perception among US Jews that the war is not achieving its objectives, with more respondents now viewing it as a 'failure.'

Beyond the overall support levels, the survey also probed views on the war's success and the strategic goals. While the number of those who believed regime change in Iran was essential for success has fallen, a majority still consider the war successful, albeit with diminishing numbers. The findings also highlight a strong consensus across all three communities surveyed in favor of a military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Initially, 14% of respondents held this view, but the latest data show this has increased to 25%.

This erosion of support, particularly among American Jews, is a critical indicator of evolving public opinion within a key demographic. The JPPI's findings provide valuable insight into the complex and shifting attitudes towards the conflict, reflecting a growing weariness and a re-evaluation of the war's outcomes and justifications.

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A majority of respondents from all three countries said that they support a military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.