New Immigrants Favor Center-Left Parties in Israeli Elections
Translated & summarized from Cursorinfo by baba
A survey of new immigrants to Israel between 2022-2026 shows they lean towards the political center and left-center, with 49% identifying as centrist. These immigrants are younger, have higher incomes, and are concentrated in the north. Yair Golan's "Democraticim" was the most popular party among them, followed by Yisrael Beiteinu and Naftali Bennett's "Behayad."
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Nearly half of new immigrants surveyed identify as centrist, a higher proportion than the general population.
- Yair Golan's "Democraticim" party received 21% of the vote among new immigrants in a recent poll.
- New immigrants are younger on average and more likely to live in northern Israel, according to the survey.
- Only 4% of new immigrants surveyed reported having served in the IDF.
- The survey highlights significant differences in political leanings between new immigrants and other Israeli voters.
A recent voluntary survey of new immigrants who arrived in Israel between 2022 and 2026 has revealed distinct political preferences, with nearly half identifying as supporters of the political center. These new arrivals, who are younger on average (47.5 years old compared to 59 for other participants), also tend to be more single and childless, with a smaller proportion being pensioners. Their average gross monthly income is approximately 12,000 shekels, and only 4% have served in the IDF. Geographically, a significant number, 38%, reside in Haifa and the northern regions of the country.
The survey highlights a notable shift towards centrist and left-centrist ideologies among this demographic. 49% of new immigrants aligned themselves with the center, compared to 36% of all survey participants. Conversely, only 28% identified with the right, versus 51% overall, and 11% with the left, compared to 5% of the general survey population.
In terms of party support, Yair Golan's "Democraticim" received the highest backing with 21% of the vote among new immigrants. Yisrael Beiteinu (NDI) and Naftali Bennett's "Behayad" each garnered 19%. Gadi Eisenkot's "Yashar!" was supported by 18%, while Benjamin Netanyahu's "Likud" received only 9%. The "Religious Zionism" bloc and "Zehut" each secured 4%, as did a party of reservists. The "Amcha Israel" movement received 1% of the vote.
The article also briefly touches upon the ongoing vote count for the 26th Knesset elections, noting that approximately 45,000 votes may be needed for one parliamentary seat and around 184,000 to pass the electoral threshold. It reminds eligible voters, including new immigrants, to verify their inclusion in the voter registry.
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