In Israel election, Palestinian citizens weigh fear against disillusionment
Summary
Palestinian citizens of Israel, who make up about 20% of the population, face a difficult choice in the upcoming Israeli election on October 27. Many feel excluded from the political debate and fear continued rights violations under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government, which has overseen conflict in Gaza and harsh policies against Palestinians.Key Facts
- Palestinian citizens of Israel are allowed to vote but often feel their voices are ignored in politics.
- The October 27 election is seen by many Palestinians as a chance to represent the millions in the occupied West Bank and Gaza who cannot vote.
- Opinion polls show neither Netanyahu’s far-right coalition nor the opposition will have a majority without support from Arab-led parties Ra’am and the Joint List.
- If no government can form after the election, new elections will be held, leaving Netanyahu’s current government in power longer.
- Netanyahu has been Israel’s longest-serving prime minister and leads the most right-wing government in Israel’s history.
- Palestinians fear increasing attacks on their rights, land, and communities inside Israel and in the occupied territories.
- The Supreme Court overturned a decision to disqualify some Arab-led parties but one candidate withdrew after the court suggested rejecting him.
- Many Palestinian voters feel a sense of responsibility to give hope to those under occupation and suffering from conflict and discrimination.
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