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Cultural Assimilation and Discontent: Over decades, many American Jews shifted towards cultural liberalism, often aligning with progressive politics. Despite their success, they maintained distinctive cultural features, and their influence—particularly in media and finance—remains significant, though they do not dominate any particular sector as some narratives suggest.
The Modern State of Israel and Ongoing Conflict
In the early 20th century, Zionism gained momentum, inspired by European anti-Semitism and the need for a Jewish homeland. The horrors of the Holocaust galvanized international support for establishing Israel, which was formalized in 1948.