Election

The 75th anniversary of Israel's first elections

From the river to the sea lies the Middle East's only democracy, Israel. Blinken is wasting his time with Mahmoud Abbas. Op-ed.

Israel's Deep State

At the top of the pyramid sit the Attorney General and the High Court, now openly stating their vested interests.  Op-ed.

North Korea expected to cancel election

North Korea is expected to cancel planned elections in favor of a new election system.

The right side of Jewish History

Everything is “kosher” for left wing Israelis if it means holding onto their self-ordained power structure, the Israeli supreme court. Op-ed

BDS activist accused of antisemitism wins Ontario election

'Radical activist' associated with anti-Israel groups easily wins election to Ontario's legislature, despite Jewish groups sounding alarm.

Ontario election:

NDP stands by BDS candidate who called for eliminating Israel

Province's official opposition party defends 'radical activist' candidate who called for 'Palestinian state from the river to the sea.'

Bennett blinked first

When two coalition MKs said they would vote against the Settlement Law and the Opposition refused to vote for it Bennett caved. Op-ed.

Two Orthodox Jews elected to Zurich city council

Two Orthodox Jewish candidates have been elected to Zurich’s municipal council, winning seats in elections last weekend.

Trump spokeswoman presents the 'Pima County fish tail'

Spokeswoman posts analysis by Dr. Shiva of election results in Arizona showing a suspicious spike in Biden's mail-in ballot performance.

Candidate drops out of Canadian election over Holocaust tweet

NPD candidate for Nova Scotia riding apologizes for allegedly tweeting in 2019: ”Was Auschwitz a real place?”

Canadian politician decries swastika vandalism of her signs

Simcoe North, Ontario candidate the latest victim of multiple instances of swastikas painted on campaign signs across Canada.

President worries government can't be formed

President Rivlin's meeting with party representatives has left him doubtful that any candidate can form a government.

Bennett answers Arutz Sheva reader questions

Yamina leader Naftali Bennett spends the eve of elections answering questions submitted by readers of the Arutz Sheva website.

Shaked says Yamina is not planning for defeat

Ayelet Shaked tells Arutz Sheva that her party has only victory plans.

Sa'ar isn't ready to rule out Lapid or Bennett

New Hope chairman calls Bennett's written rejection unnecessary.

Polling CEO: This election can't be predicted

A combination of factors has made this election defy ordinary statistical predictions.

The right way to make Israeli politicians more accountable

Israeli voters have no direct access to Knesset members and little influence on creating a truly representative democracy. Op-ed.

Caution! The right-wing majority is misleading! Be sure to vote

Right-wing in-fighting may cancel out its huge lead among voters.Only massive rallying to vote will give us a right-wing government. Op-ed.

Smotrich: Dismantle the Civil Administration in Judea & Samaria

'Israelis living in Judea and Samaria are treated like second-class citizens,' says Religious Zionist Party head.

US Justice Thomas issues 'big' warning about US elections

"The decision to leave election law beneath a shroud of doubt is baffling." Thomas slams decision not to review two election cases.

Arabic journalist: Ra'am could surprise us

An Arabic-language media representative discusses the recent split of the Arab parties and what it means for the upoming elections.

Bennett

'Netanyahu's career is on life support'

Yamina leader Bennet takes aim at Netanyahu and Sa'ar.

Negotiations between Smotrich and Jewish Home continue

Despite earlier declarations, both Hagit Moshe and Bezalel Smortich are still hoping for a joint run to the Knesset

Welfare Minister bids farewell

Welfare Minister Itzik Shmuli has decided not to run for Knesset this time.

Huldai to Nissenkorn: I'm not quitting

HaYisraelim party chairman responds to Nissenkorn's departure from the political arena

Jewish Home deputy: Jewish Home is back

The deputy head of the Jewish Home party says that his party is alive, well, and ready to run for Knesset.

Rabbi Yigal Kaminetzky: Unite all religious Zionist parties

Rabbi Kaminetzky lays out his reasons and plans for religious Zionist values in Israel's government

Gantz considers joint run with Bennett

Benny Gantz may be considering banding together with his predecessor for the race for the 24th Knesset.

MK Miki Zohar: We did our best to prevent this election

Coalition Chairman on upcoming elections: It's Blue and White's fault.

Gantz: 'Netanyahu busy with legal case, not with public welfare'

Blue and White Chairman Minister Benny Gantz goes on offensive against Likud and PM: 'Either we keep rule of law, or we go to elections.'

Poll: Likud 27, New Hope 20, Yamina 14

Addition of MK Shasha-Biton to Gideon Sa'ar's party boosts its chances at coming election.

Only in Russia:

The cleaner who accidentally won the election

The mayor asked the cleaner to run in the election against him, but then a surprise awaited him.

New Laura Loomer ad raises Leftist ire

Florida's 21st District US Congress Republican candidate pulls no punches: 'Lois Frankel Is Meshuggah'

'President Trump has 91% chance of being reelected in 2020'

Professor and Political Scientist Helmut Norpoth accurately predicted Trump's 2016 victory a full nine months before the election.

Poll gives 40 seats to Likud, 8 to Yamina

Right-leaning bloc leaps to 64 seats, while Labor Party does not pass electoral threshold. Yamina strengthens by two seats.

Three politicians can make 3000 year-old Jewish dream a reality

Likud to Yisrael Beyteinu: Got the wrong address?

Minister Levin responds to B&W demands, saying if it's serious, Yisrael Beyteinu should undertake to recommend Netanyahu to President.

Have A Voice In Israel

2 Days Left To Vote In World Zionist Congress Elections

U.S. area election for the World Zionist Congress ends in just two days, on March 11, 2020. Vote to make your voice heard in Israel.

Bennett: 'Netanyahu needs strong party to the right'

Bennett said he was tired of religious right being used as "whipping boy," only Yamina would prevent another disengagement.

Likud: 'Left trying to swindle elections'

The Likud accused the Left of using illegitimate means to influence election results.

Report surfaces of Gantz's misuse of army funds

A report has surfaced about Gantz's use of army funds for building 'palace' at Northern Command HQ.

Gantz blames Netanyahu for 'fake' Coronavirus news

In bizarre twist, Blue and White head, Benny Gantz blamed Netanyahu for making up news of Coronavirus spread.

Dozens of rabbis urge followers not to 'throw away' votes

Dozens of leading religious Zionist rabbis urge followers not to vote for parties with near-zero chance of passing electoral threshold.

Gantz campaign strategist says he's a "liability to Israel"

In a conversation with a friend, Gantz's campaign strategist is heard saying the Blue and White chairman is "incompetent" and "dangerous."

Olmert predicts left coalition will get help from Joint List

Olmert predicted Gantz would form the next government with help from the Arab parties and called Netanyahu a "liar" whom he can't stand.

Jewish Home senior official:

'Rabbi Peretz broke three agreements in one week'

Jewish Home source says Education Minister's announcing primaries for party leadership sought to thwart initiative for his immediate ouster.

The disintegration of Israel's political structure

We have the wrong politicians: Gone are the times when politicians worked on the basis of 'my country before me'.

Shaked: 'I'll run in next election'

Former Justice Minister answers quote by Prime Minister that she would find herself out of politics even before upcoming elections.

Likud:

Netanyahu not promoting the direct-election law

PM makes clear he is working for a broad national unity government - "the only gov't that can be established, and the one Israel needs now."

Shaked:

'We will support direct elections for prime minister'

"Deri's direct election initiative, in the current situation, is correct," New Right leader says. "Work on the law has begun."

Facebook under scrutiny over content regulation

How Facebook's power to dictate and censor content could eventually be more dangerous than Russia-sponsored ads to interfere in US elections

Deri: 'Absolute majority want Jewish, non-secular state'

Shas Chairman in Jerusalem: 'We met for first time for one purpose: To thank Creator for the great victory.'

Right-wing parties blame each other for election results

Israel's right-wing are blaming each other for the poor election results, with 95 percent of votes counted.

Shaked: 'Last hour to prevent Leftist government'

Yamina Chairwoman Ayelet Shaked calls on voters who have not yet voted to take advantage of last hour: 'Acquire world in one hour.'

Operation 'Moving Rightward' underway

Thousands of volunteers identified with the National Camp swarm streets and encourage residents to come out and vote.

How do you say 'voting percentage' in Swedish?

Nearly 200 journalists arrive from around world to cover 22nd Knesset election. GPO head: 'Elections in Israel - huge international event.'

Netanyahu: 'Benny Gantz, shame on you'

PM to Gantz: 'You were proud that you endangered Golani soldiers for Palestinians; aren't you ashamed to make politics out of security?'

Fellow Otzma brothers: Let us vote Yamina

If Otzma runs and does not get in, it potentially creates a situation of pikuach nefesh – danger to human life. Opinion.

Elections in IDF underway

Elections in IDF units began last Saturday and will continue until tomorrow at 10:00 PM when polling stations close.

Mandelblit: Leaking investigations - not electioneering

AG claims publishing material from Prime Minister investigations on news channels does not meet definition of campaign propaganda.