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The Foundations of American Jewish Liberalism provides a comprehensive historical and sociological analysis of how Jewish Americans developed and sustained a distinct liberal political identity. Kenneth D. Wald traces the intellectual, religious, and social origins of this liberalism, examining how Jewish theological traditions, immigrant experiences, and community values converged to create a powerful progressive political movement.
Part of the Cambridge Studies in Social Theory, Religion and Politics series, this work explores the complex relationship between Jewish religious identity and secular political activism. Wald investigates the role of Jewish organizations, community leaders, and grassroots movements in advancing liberal causes throughout American history. The book addresses key questions about how minority communities maintain political solidarity and how religious traditions inform contemporary political commitments.
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