Politics are complicated in Israel! Final vote tallies are in following last Tuesday's election, and Right and Center-wing parties garnered 97 seats. The liberal left won only 23 seats. So, why is it so difficult for Benjamin Netanyahu, head of the largest party, to put together a majority coalition of 61 or more seats? Most …
As I often say, Israeli politics is more complicated and unpredictable than American politics. Currently, over 85% of votes have been counted following the Israeli election on Tuesday, and it appears clear neither Netanyahu or anti-Netanyahu parties have a solid coalition. Therefore, things are likely to get very interesting over the next few days and …
Continue reading Will Netanyahu Turn to an Arab Party to Form a Coalition?
For the fourth time in two years, Israelis went to the polls yesterday in hopes of establishing a stable government. Official results are not known yet, but it appears Netanyahu's Likud party has won the most seats, as expected. However, in Israeli government, a political party or a coalition of parties must win a majority …
Continue reading Will Netanyahu be Able to Build a Coalition Following Tuesday’s Election?
Israelis head to the polls next week for the fourth time in 2 years. Imagine having an election every 6 months in the US. The political ads would never cease and the rhetoric would never die down. Yet, that's the scenario in Israel! Just like American politics, there are Netanyahu-haters and Netanyahu-lovers. Those who like …
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