VOICED : Disillusioned record number of Arabs

The transcript discusses the low expected turnout in the upcoming parliamentary elections, focusing on the efforts of Arab Israeli Knesset members to encourage voting among their community. Despite campaign efforts, many Arab Israelis feel disenfranchised and believe elections won't improve their lives. Arab parliamentarians are using the fear of Israel's hard right to motivate voters, emphasizing that not voting equates to supporting Netanyahu and Lieberman. The transcript highlights the underrepresentation of Arab citizens in the Israeli Parliament, despite them constituting over a fifth of the population.

What is the main reason Arab Israeli Knesset member Haneen Zoabi is working hard before the election?

• To support the current Prime Minister

• To promote a new political party

• To increase voter turnout among Arab Israelis

• To secure a seat for herself

Why do many Arab Israelis feel disenfranchised according to the transcript?

• They have too many representatives in Parliament

• They are satisfied with the current political situation

• They feel politicians only want seats and do not bring change

• They believe elections will improve their lives

What tactic are Arab parliamentarians using to encourage voting?

• Promising economic benefits

• Highlighting the fear of Israel's hard right

• Organizing community events

• Offering free transportation to polling stations

What does the slogan 'not voting means giving your vote to Netanyahu and Lieberman' imply?

• Netanyahu and Lieberman are popular among Arab Israelis

• Voting is a waste of time

• Voting is unnecessary

• Not voting indirectly supports right-wing leaders

What percentage of Israel's population is made up of Arab citizens, and how many currently serve in Parliament?

• 1/5 of the population, with 10 members in Parliament

• 5% of the population, with 5 members in Parliament

• 10% of the population, with 20 members in Parliament

• 30% of the population, with 15 members in Parliament