California Jewish Groups Decry Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories Printed in Governor’s Race Voter Guide

California Jewish groups decry antisemitic conspiracy theories printed in governor’s race voter guide

As Californian voters checked their mailboxes this week, they found a voter guide containing conspiratorial claims about Israel and antisemitic rhetoric. The mailer, which was sent by California Secretary of State Shirley Weber to the households of all registered California voters, featured biographical information about candidates slated to appear in the state’s June primaries. In all, there are 32 candidates listed, of whom 10 are considered s…

California gov candidate shares vile antisemitic Charlie Kirk conspiracies

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California Voter Guide Sparks Outrage After Candidate Pushes Anti Israel Charlie Kirk Conspiracy

California election officials are facing pressure from Jewish organizations after an official state voter guide included a governor candidate statement from Don J. Grundmann, a fringe political figure who previously went viral for calling his organization a "totally peaceful racist group" during a 2019 Modesto City Council meeting.

Antisemitic conspiracy theories in California voter guide draw outrage from Jewish groups

The guide also included links to antisemitic websites, including the Goyim Defense League. By Vered Weiss, World Israel News Jewish organizations protested a California voter guide distributed by the office of Shirley Weber after it included antisemitic conspiracy theories in a candidate statement, according to The Times of Israel. The 64-page booklet was sent to households across the state with registered voters and contained information on can…