Netanyahu Reserves Key Likud Seats for Ashkenazi Elites, Marginalizing Mizrahi Voters
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First reported by Maariv · 6 hours ago
What happened
Prime Minister Netanyahu reserved key Likud list seats for Ashkenazi elites just before the primaries, sidelining Mizrahi candidates and sparking internal party discontent. This move consolidates Netanyahu's control but risks alienating the party's grassroots base, especially Mizrahi voters who have been vital for Likud's support. Critics warn this could weaken the party's broad appeal and open opportunities for alternative right-wing leaders.
- 01Netanyahu reserved ten Likud list seats mainly for Ashkenazi senior politicians ahead of the primaries.
- 02Israel Katz received a special exemption due to his defense role despite active campaigning.
- 03Mizrahi candidates and grassroots members face reduced chances amid these reservations.
- 04The timing and secrecy of the reservations drew criticism within the party.
- 05Critics say Netanyahu favors elites, risking alienation of key Mizrahi voters.
- 06This centralization may weaken Likud's identity and empower alternative right-wing figures like Gadi Eizenkot.
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