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I'm not sure what your point is. The issue is where the GOP can make gains. Jewish folks strike me a prime target. Perhaps your idea of who should be a supporter of the GOP and mine are at odds.

Well said, Torie!

There are some ultramontaine folks who wish to make the party their own exclusive club, open only to those who believe as they believe. Naturally, they have no idea what they are talking about.

Jewish voters are a prime target for Republican efforts, especially younger, post baby boom Jews who are now in their thirties and early forties. They see the Bush Administration standing solidly with Israel. They will draw the right conclusions.

Gilman is in need of an Ambassadorship. Don't be surprised if he gets a top shelf European post or even Israel itself, where he might be able to dispense patronage.

Be Seeing You,

Chris

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open only to those who believe as they believe.

Isn't that why we have parties? All I see are single issue voters maybe shifting to the GOP. And that shift, if it occurs, will not affect House races. So Bush gets more of the Jewish vote in 2004. He'll win if he doesn't .

Every major Jewish group in the country came out last week blasting the Supreme Court for the voucher decision. They are also firmly against any restrictions, however mild, on abortions. From gun rights to tax cuts, most Jews vote liberal. Only on Israel does the GOP make gains. when the big donors start supporting Republican candidates, I'll believe this shift everyone is so giddy about is really occurring.