The Israeli Arab population would have much more effective representation under such a system than it has today voting for Arab political parties that ultimately have neither the power nor, perhaps, the will to truly help their Arab constituencies. Solutions and compromises would be found for many of the issues that so bitterly divide us now. Such a system would also require a better caliber of candidate than the party-hack list now in vogue. People could vote for the better person, the more qualified candidate, without being restrained by the current straitjacket of party politics. But I think we all have a right to demand improvements to our electoral system.
New elections are meaningful only if they can bring about true change and improvement.
The choice between Tweedledum and Tweedledee that our current system promises us gives very little hope to the Israeli voter. This is what causes the mood of apathy, bitterness and profound sadness in our society. We need better people, new people, a better electoral system and a new inspiration based on our faith and history. Then we can look forward to new elections with enthusiasm and verve. Jerusalem Sign the petition to keep Jerusalem united.