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Israel’s election puzzle: Why are so many voters still backing Netanyahu? - opinion

The Jerusalem Post·October 18, 2026 at 4:45 AM+1

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Three years after October 7, Netanyahu remains competitive. Racism, opposition disunity, and voter loyalty may explain why Israel’s political landscape hasn’t changed.

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