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Israeli Reservists Could Decide Upcoming Elections Amid Mental Health and Draft Law Concerns

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Israeli Reservists Could Decide Upcoming Elections Amid Mental Health and Draft Law Concerns
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First reported by Mako · 2 hours ago

What happened

A Madgem Institute survey shows Israeli reservists are a pivotal electoral group, with top party preferences split among Yachdut, Likud, and Yisrael. Reservists report mental health declines and oppose the military service exemption law, demanding a state inquiry into the October 7 conflict. Their diverse political views and security concerns highlight their potential to influence upcoming elections.

  • 01Reservists favor Yachdut (17%), Likud (16%), and Yisrael (15%) in upcoming elections.
  • 0261% of right-wing reservists oppose the military service exemption law.
  • 0334% report worsened mental health due to reserve service since October 7.
  • 0462% demand a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 conflict.
  • 05Reservists show divided views on security, leadership, and mandatory service for ultra-Orthodox and Arabs.
  • 0649% support forming a government with Arab parties abstaining from votes.

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MakoCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israeli Reservists Could Decide Upcoming Elections Amid Mental Health and Draft Law Concerns
N12Center · Hebrew2 hours ago
Israeli Reservists Could Decide Upcoming Elections Amid Deep Divisions and Calls for Reform

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