List of Jewish political milestones in the United States

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The following is a list of Jewish political milestones in the United States.

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">2018 United States Senate election in Vermont</span>

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">United States presidential elections in Hawaii</span>

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">2020 United States presidential election in Alabama</span> Election in Alabama

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<span class="mw-page-title-main">2021 Ohio's 11th congressional district special election</span> Election following resignation of Marcia Fudge

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