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?
As this post goes live, Israelis will be headed for the polls within a few short hours. Israeli politics and elections are complicated, but, like US elections, are very critical to the future path forward for the Jewish nation. Here are opportunities for updates on Tuesday from two very reliable sources. Choose one, or catch …
Continue reading Interested in Israeli Election Updates? Here are Two Reliable Sources!
