Today, Tuesday, June 23, voters in New York’s 10th Congressional District head to the polls in a race being watched closely across the Jewish community.

In an interview with Belaaz, Congressman Dan Goldman warned that the outcome of this primary will send a powerful message about the future direction of the Democratic Party, its support for Israel, and its willingness to confront antisemitism. Goldman pointed to his record as co-chair of the House Bipartisan Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism and his efforts to increase security funding for shuls, yeshivos, and Jewish organizations.

Goldman also drew a sharp contrast with his opponent, Brad Lander, whose record and recent campaign have raised serious concerns for many in the Orthodox and pro-Israel communities. Lander has criticized U.S. military aid to Israel, campaigned with figures on the far left, and appeared alongside Linda Sarsour, a longtime anti-Israel activist who has faced accusations of antisemitism. Lander is also being backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, whose anti-Israel politics have become a major concern for many Jewish voters.

Goldman emphasized that while he has remained firm in his support for Israel, Lander has moved further toward the extreme left and aligned himself with voices that are hostile to Israel and dismissive of the concerns of the Orthodox community. In Goldman’s words, a Lander victory would send a troubling message that the Democratic Party is prepared to move even further away from Israel and tolerate antisemitism on the left.

Goldman also emphasized his connection to Boro Park, noting that although the community represents only a portion of the district, his office has worked directly with local residents, including helping people return home from Israel after October 7 and during the recent war with Iran.

Most importantly, Goldman made clear that Boro Park can make the difference.

With the race expected to be decided by turnout, community leaders are urging every eligible voter in Boro Park to take this election seriously and vote today. In a race with major implications for Israel, antisemitism, nonprofit security, and the Orthodox community’s voice in Washington, sitting this one out is not an option.

Polls are open today. Every vote counts.