[George W. Bush]

A Jewish realignment to the GOP?

Often predicted, never realized.

I guess it could happen. The prominence of pro-Israel neo-cons probably helps. And the likelihood of a long-term GOP congressional dominance would mitigate toward the smart money (let's include Jews in this group just for fun) aligning itself with the GOP for practical political reasons.

For what it's worth, I think the GOP can get the Jewish vote away from the Dims much more easily than the Hispanic or black voting blocs.

[Dr. Eckleburg]

I agree. I know a half-dozen Jews who voted for Clinton twice; Bush in 2000, and are now vocal supporters of GWB in 2004.

People vote their self-interest. Period. Many Jews are finally waking up to the fact that while democrats might talk a good game, that's ALL they do.