Declining Trust in Government and Military Leadership Marks Israeli Society Index
The Jewish People Policy Institute’s (JPPI) latest Israeli Society Index for June 2024 highlights escalating concerns among the Israeli public regarding social cohesion. The survey reveals that a majority of Israelis view internal tensions, particularly between political right-left factions, as significantly eroding social unity. Arab Israelis emphasize Jewish-Arab tensions, while the secular population points to religious-secular divides as critical issues.
Over 80% of Jewish Israelis express concern about social cohesion, with substantial worry across the center and left political spectrums. The survey also addresses the public’s reaction to President Biden’s cease-fire plan, proposed on May 31, 2024, and found that, while a quarter of Jewish Israelis and a large majority of Arab Israelis view it favorably, many accept it reluctantly, driven by a lack of better alternatives.
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Regarding post-war governance in Gaza, the survey indicates a preference among Jewish Israelis for a civil administration led by Palestinian and Arab elements, with Israel retaining security control. This collaborative approach is favored over full Israeli control, which garners support primarily from those on the political right and was especially prevalent among Religious Zionism party voters.
Additionally, the survey highlights growing concerns about international legitimacy, with 63% of Jewish Israelis worried about Israel becoming a pariah state in the West. This concern is more pronounced among those on the left and center, while right-wing and ultra-Orthodox respondents are less concerned.
Despite these challenges, there is a significant sense of a shared future among Israeli and Diaspora Jews. The survey notes an increase in the percentage of Israeli Jews who believe in a common future with Jews worldwide, indicating strong global Jewish solidarity amidst rising antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiments internationally.
