New survey by the Israel Democracy Institute reveals that a majority of Arabs want the Lebanese army to control southern Lebanon following the war, believe Israel's response to the Iranian missile barrage was too weak. Jewish respondents tend to disagree.
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A majority of all political blocs and demographics believe that a war in Israel's north is inevitable.
A new poll shows that only in haredi society does the majority still believe that the existing draft exemption can continue.
A new survey shows that the majority of Israelis oppose a deal that would see the hostages released if it meant the end of the war.
62% of respondents believe that the criticism and protests against Israel in the world stem from antisemitism and hatred of Israel.
A new survey shows growing support for avoiding the IDF draft if a blanket exemption is given to yeshiva students.
A new survey shows that the population of Israel is stuck in several deeply held negative mindsets.
Neither opposition nor coalition expects breakthrough. Meanwhile, passing state budget is priority.
60 percent of country fears terrorism will strike them or a family member. Most see situation as worse than under previous government.
Majority of Israelis no longer trust the Supreme Court, as faith in major government institutions drops to lowest level on record.
New survey shows nearly two-thirds of Israelis believe soldiers shouldn't have to attend events at which women sing, unless they wish to.
Israel Democracy Institute poll shows vast majority of Jews believe courts are too gentle on terrorists.
1 in 3 Israelis think the country is in a "good" or "very good" state; 3 in 4 Israelis wouldn't move abroad even with foreign citizenship.
Decline in public confidence in the IDF part of a growing trend that began last year.
Less than half of Jewish Israelis support a mandatory army draft, per new poll.
Just 7% of Israelis certain they will travel abroad this summer, survey shows.
Two former Israeli officials, Moshe Bar Siman Tov and Karnit Flug, speak about how Israel has managed the coronavirus crisis.
Another surprising finding: 47% of respondents trust the IDF & Home Front Command.
"Standards will have to be lowered if women are allowed into elite units - someone will have to take responsibility for the consequences."
Israel Democracy Institute releases new report showing 56% of Israelis support PM Netanyahu's security policies, 60% oppose new elections.
Fifty percent of Israelis support sovereignty, half of those even without US support, according to IDI poll.
Israel Democracy Institute warns of 'complacency' among left-wing voters, says majority of Israelis support Trump peace plan.
IDF remains most trusted Israeli institution, while Knesset and political parties are the least trusted.
Israel Democracy Institute finds no less than 76% of Israeli Arabs would be happy to see the Arab parties in the ruling coalition.
Most right-wing Israeli voters want Netanyahu to remain prime minister even if he’s indicted.
Israeli President on preparations to form the next government: 'Ours is a system that allows different voices, sanctifies different views.'
For first time ever, Israelis see differences between right and left as being greater conflict in society than division between Arabs, Jews.
New poll shows 61% of Israelis believe moving US Embassy to J'lem will cause spike in violence, but 59.5% of these oppose delaying the move.
Director of Israel Democracy Institute says drop is the result of increased stipends and benefits.
Influential think tank head warns that haredi community threatening Israel's democracy, urges public to ward off haredi 'extortion'.
New report shows startling new trends in the haredi community. Poverty and fertility rate dropping, more haredim getting university degrees.
A new report found that the number of haredim delaying marriage has skyrocketed. 'This is a massive change.'
Israel Democracy Institute's annual report shows distrust of government together with optimism about Israel's future.
New study shows 87% of Shachar soldiers and 88% of Netzah Yehuda soldiers integrate into job market after release from army.
Overwhelming majority of Israeli Jews hope next government will be right or center-right. More than half of Arabs want leftist government.
Ministerial Committee endorses bill to restore authority to rabbinical courts to serve as arbitrators in cases involving civil law.
A poll by the Israel Democracy Institute demonstrates that most Israelis believe Donald Trump will be more friendly to Israel than Obama was
Official polls show most Israelis don't have faith in government, believe human rights organizations harm State.
Poll: More Israelis want Clinton as president, but an even larger majority believes Clinton will pressure Israel to negotiate peace.
Despite economic improvements, most Israelis still frustrated with financial situation, want more gov't spending.
Israel Democracy Institute publicizes article by program director lambasting Israeli public as 'racist,' claims democracy in clear danger.
Ministerial committee set to discuss controversial proposal. Bill would remove barriers to executing terrorists convicted of murder.
Monthly index shows surprising number saying capital is divided despite politicians' statements; in 1999 figure was only 44%.
Israel Democracy Institute opposes bill against raucous prayer call, saying it 'encourages destruction of Muslim communities.'
Monthly Peace Index survey finds most Israelis back Naftali Bennett's criticism of Defense Minister Ya'alon's performance.
A radical change in the Haredi population: more than 50% of Haredi men are in the workforce.
Israel Democracy Institute argues media gag order not meant to protect investigation, but rather to hide state from scrutiny over 'failure.'
Official 2015 Democracy Index also reveals deep divide in Israeli-Arab relations on political level - though not personal level.
Study on 20 years of data notes that conversion process of Jews from FSU has been a 'great failure' amid conversion controversy.
Poll finds Israelis support the 'people's army,' but back cutting defense budget in favor of social programs.
Will the recent government decision to annul Rabbinate trigger rampant intermarriage?
The majority of Israelis believe global community has double-standards regarding Israel, supports Judea-Samaria regardless.
Personality-driven politics have taken over Israel, says Gideon Rahat, and they are doing so at the expense of idealism and ideology.
IDI’s Ofer Kenig explains that despite fears of voter disenfranchisement, the threshold raise mobilized political parties.
Expert says left-right dichotomy in Israel is exaggerated, but there is not enough of a 'gravity center' to form a centrist bloc.
Upon receiving the Democracy Index, President Rivlin called on elected officials to rebuild trust with public, while urging public to vote.
1/3 of Israelis facing financial difficulties, 42% believe government is corrupt - but overwhelming majority, including Arabs, patriotic.
Unprecedented new poll results from before talks collapsed; 92% don't foresee peace from talks, nearly half say no urgent need for talks.
