Poll: Israelis Favor New Elections Over Arab-Backed Minority Government
A new poll conducted by Channel 14 in Israel reveals public preference in the event of an inconclusive election outcome for the 26th Knesset. With less than six weeks until the vote on October 27th, the survey indicates that 38% of Israelis would prefer a transitional government followed by new elections if no bloc secures a clear majority.
When presented with alternative scenarios, 28% of respondents favored a minority government supported by Arab parties. Another 24% opted for a unity government led by Benjamin Netanyahu and Benny Gantz, while 10% expressed no opinion. The poll surveyed 483 adults from all sectors of the population and was conducted by NEXT DATA, with data analysis by Shlomo Filber.
A separate question within the poll, directed at current coalition voters, addressed concerns about the "Am Israel" party potentially drawing votes away from the right-wing bloc. A significant 47% agreed with the assessment that the party might not pass the electoral threshold and would thus waste right-wing votes. Conversely, 25% disagreed, and 28% were unsure.
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