Israeli Election
Yossi Cohen's party could struggle to pass electoral threshold, new poll shows
A new poll reveals that Cohen would only receive four mandates, three of which would come from the Change Bloc.
Benny Gantz's faction to hold leadership primaries as Israeli election looms
Yair Golan’s accusations against Netanyahu: A reflection of Israel’s deep divides - opinion
Former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett reportedly returning to politics - N12
If the Left wants a fighting chance in the next elections, they must unite - editorial
If there is anything the Israeli Left struggles to do, it is to unite behind a single leader. If they wish to succeed, Golan might be that person.
Benny Gantz leads Benjamin Netanyahu for prime ministership in new poll
In the survey, 523 respondents participated, constituting a representative sample of the adult population in the State of Israel, aged 18 and over, both Jews and Arabs.
Is it time for elections in Israel? - comment
The Broad Perspective: We need a government we can trust to handle the Lebanon issue carefully and tactically above all.
Ronen Tzur, former leader of hostages forum, considers running in next election
"I do not rule out the possibility of running as part of a list that will lead to a change of discourse and a connection between the conservative and liberal publics," Ronen Tzur said.
Jewish Republicans accuse Schumer of 'knifing Israel in the back'
Republican Jewish Coalition criticizes Schumer's call for Israeli elections, while the Jewish Democratic Council of America praises his focus on peace.
Letters to the editor, January 24, 2024: Dwell alone
Readers of the Jerusalem Post have their say.
Likud under Barkat would win more seats than with Netanyahu - poll
If elections were held today, the Likud Party would win only 16 seats, losing ground to Benny Gantz’s National Unity Party with 37 seats, a new Channel 13 poll showed yesterday.
Chances of coup in Likud slim at the moment, but Netanyahu knows the alternative is worse - poll
70% of Likud members support the current prime minister. However, if Netanyahu tries to rush the elections - he may lose the leadership of the party.
Israel Bachar: The strategist-turned-diplomat marketing Israel in LA
One of Israel's most high-profile campaign experts is set to flex his skills in the realm of diplomacy as consul general in Los Angeles.
Is Benjamin Netanyahu an obstacle to political stability in Israel? - poll
Israel's coalition would win more seats under ministers Gallant and Barkat rather than the prime minister, a new Maariv election poll found.
Israel's electoral system prevents accountable governance - opinion
In the system of democracy currently in place in Israel, Knesset members represent the public. This is indisputable. However, the ties between the public and its representatives are very weak.