The Jerusalem PostPolitics
Poll: Israelis Prefer Unity Government Over New Election If Vote Unresolved
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Center-rightNeutral tone
A Maariv poll indicates that most Israelis prefer a unity government to a new election if the October 27 vote is inconclusive. The survey also found that 48% of Israelis view Gadi Eisenkot as a better prime minister than Benjamin Netanyahu, who received 41% support. Projections show neither the coalition nor opposition blocs reaching the 61 seats required for a majority, with Yashar expected to be the largest party.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Majority of Israelis favor a unity government over new elections if the October 27 vote is inconclusive.
- Gadi Eisenkot is favored over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the role of prime minister, according to the poll.
- Neither the coalition nor opposition blocs are projected to secure the 61 seats needed for a majority.
- Yashar is predicted to be the largest party in the Knesset with 21 seats.
- Opposition voters would only support a unity government led by a figure from their bloc.
The Jerusalem Post publishes in English. The key points are summarized above. Read The Jerusalem Post’s full report from the link at the top of the page.
Mentioned
