Crossing Israel's dividing lines: New Arab, haredi alliances can reshape the elections – opinion

A recent analysis by the Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) highlights the growing emotional distance between Israeli society and its Arab and Haredi populations, who are often excluded from potential government coalitions. The article suggests that the upcoming elections present an opportunity to bridge these divides through unconventional alliances. For instance, a move like Mansour Abbas and Yoav Segalovitz agreeing on Segalovitz joining Ra’am could challenge the perception of Arab parties as disloyal. Similarly, within the Haredi community, there is growing dissatisfaction with current leadership, with some seeking greater integration into Israeli society, including employment and military service. A new Haredi party, "The Haredi Public," is forming to promote an integrationist agenda, potentially leading to Haredi lawmakers on mainstream slates. These shifts, though seemingly small, could challenge the automatic labeling of Haredim and Arabs as outsiders and strengthen the common denominator of Israeli citizenship.