With one day left (less, actually, with the time difference) until Israelis go to the polls, if you’re still not sure what other parties exist besides Likud and Labor, now’s a good time to find out. Or, if you’re seasoned on the differences between Shas, Meretz, Yisrael B’Aliyah, and the National Union party, then you’ll probably be looking for minute-to-minute details as results start to come in. Check out the following sites:
- Israelvotes.com is a site specifically for non-Israelis. With the latest issues, headlines, profiles of the major parties, and an area where you can place a “mock” vote.
- The Jerusalem Post Special Section has in-depth election coverage.
- Not to be outdone, Ha’aretz also offers an in-depth section. Similar headlines, vastly divergeant editorials.
- If you read Hebrew, check out the online special election coverage from Ma’ariv and Yediot Ahronot (you’ll have to register for the latter).
- WUJS site explaining the Israeli electoral system, the parties, and a timetable, all in an easily-digestable overview format.
These are just a few places to get info.
While Sharon is virtually guaranteed a return to power, the real question will be which smaller parties garner more votes, and who will form a ruling coalition. The world will be watching closely for the results and their possible implications.