Eisenkot Seeks Eastern Jewish Votes
The political arena in Israel is witnessing a fierce struggle ahead of the Knesset elections scheduled for October 27. The right-wing camp, led by Benjamin Netanyahu, is striving to maintain its traditional voting base, especially among Eastern Jews who constitute a significant demographic group and tend to lean right. In an attempt to appeal to these voters, former Chief of Staff Gadi Eizenkot is trying to capitalize on his Moroccan background and Eastern roots to strengthen his political presence, highlighting his military history and distancing himself from the right-wing camp. Sources indicate that these efforts come amid growing electoral choices that emphasize the demographic and economic disparities between the East and West of the state. Notably, the majority of Eastern votes tend to favor right-wing parties and have historically contributed to the rise of Likud since the 1970s, following racist statements against them. Additionally, other parties face challenges in garnering support from Eastern populations in Jordan and the occupied Palestinian territories, who suffer from high levels of poverty and a social gap with Western Jews. Both sides are attempting to make economic and social promises to mobilize this electoral base, amid a broad military escalation in Gaza and the West Bank.
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