It represents ultra-Orthodox Jews, or haredim, of European origin. A Netanyahu coalition, like many before it, is likely to rely on ultra-Orhodox support. . ... Demands for more government payouts will make it harder for Netanyahu to rein in a growing budget deficit. . ..…

The question of who controls Jerusalem thus holds a central importance to religious Jews.  Further, the recent victory in the Knesset elections of Benjamin Netanyahu, whose position as prime minister depends upon the Ultra-Orthodox parties, means that we will probably see a move to..…

Trump at times appeared to be speaking to what he thought was a group of Israelis, referring to “your prime minister” when mentioning Benjamin Netanyahu and several times describing Israel as “yours,” suggesting that deep down he understands that many American Jews are more loyal to..…

Apr 16, 2019 American Jews Versus Israeli Politics . . by Steve Hochstadt tags: Israel, Netanyahu, Israeli elections, American Judaism . . . ... His reelection shows the widening gap between the ideas and politics of American and Israeli Jews. .   . ..…