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Western Aliyah Grew in 5786, but Israel’s Overall Immigration Total Fell
More than 20,000 olim arrived from over 100 countries in 5786. Western aliyah grew, but a sharp decline from Russia pushed Israel’s overall total lower.
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Most Young U.S. Jews Remain Active, but Much of Jewish Life Happens Outside Institutions
Project Prism surveyed 2,071 Jewish Americans ages 22-40. It found 75% regularly do something Jewish, while 45% participate regularly only in informal settings.