Israel’s “democracy on steroids” is starting to reveal its flaws, and a third election in less than a year is now conceivable

Israeli press isn’t sure which way to call the election, and officials are being very careful about announcing premature results

The deadlock in Israel’s election could bring national healing, or it could herald danger for the Jewish state

Fearing voter fatigue, leading parties engage in frantic last-minute efforts to mobilize their constituencies

Just hours before the polls open, Israeli politicians are playing on the most divisive issues

“It is time to start building the bridges that will lead to a united society (of Jew and Arab) in the state of Israel, in our home.”

Voting is supposed to be a matter of conscience, but many Israelis are manipulated by religious threats when going to the polls

Israelis have little confidence in electoral process after vote-counting misconduct results in second national election

A growing number of Israeli Arabs are no longer willing to vote for Arab parties that only espouse hate for Israel