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First-Time Voters Could Sway Up to 12 Knesset Seats in Upcoming Election

An estimated 640,000 first-time Israeli voters, aged 18-22, could determine up to 12 Knesset seats in the upcoming election. These young voters, representing nearly 10% of the electorate, show high engagement and prioritize national security and cost of living.

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What happened

01640,000 young Israelis aged 18-22 are first-time voters who could decide up to 12 Knesset seats.
02Over 80% of surveyed young voters find their opportunity to vote "fairly meaningful" or "very meaningful."
03National security and cost of living are the top priorities for both Jewish and Arab young voters.
04Young voters are influenced by recent events like COVID-19, judicial protests, and the Oct. 7 attack.
05Mock elections show significant support for opposition parties among high school students.
06Arab Israeli youth are more engaged, seeking increased community funding and safety.

While some lean right, others support opposition parties, driven by concerns over government performance, perceived corruption, and economic issues. Arab Israeli youth also express increased engagement, seeking more community resources and safety.

The Jerusalem Post publishes in English. The key points are summarized above. Read The Jerusalem Post’s full report from the link below.

Summarized by baba from The Jerusalem Post, the latest report. Read The Jerusalem Post’s original