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Poll: American Jews Oppose Dividing Jerusalem
(American Jewish Committee) In the AJC 2010 Annual Survey of American Jewish Opinion, respondents were asked: In the framework of a permanent peace with the Palestinians, should Israel be willing to compromise on the status of Jerusalem as a united city under Israeli jurisdiction? Yes 35%, No 61%. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? "The goal of the Arabs is not the return of occupied territories but rather the destruction of Israel." Agree 75%, Disagree 20%. Should the Palestinians be required or not be required to recognize Israel as a Jewish state in a final peace agreement? Required 94%, Not required 3%. Do you approve or disapprove of the Obama administration's handling of U.S.-Israel relations? Approve 55%, Disapprove 37%. Do you approve or disapprove of the Netanyahu government's handling of Israel-U.S. relations? Approve 57%, Disapprove 30%. How close do you feel to Israel? Very close 30%, Fairly close 44%, Fairly distant 20%, Very distant 5%.