Why Israel is losing Gen Z conservatives

Published September 11, 2025 8:00am ET



In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to give readers the full picture. You can find our full list of In Focus pieces here.

The Oct. 7, 2023, attack was the worst security catastrophe in Israeli history as Hamas terrorists murdered more than a thousand people in their homes and took hundreds of hostages. The aftermath and the ensuing war in Gaza have coincided with a rapidly changing political climate among Israel’s closest allies — and one that threatens to alter the Jewish state’s international relations significantly.

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.