Opinion | Daniel B. Shapiro: 2019 Israeli elections are a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu. Which vision of Bibi will prevail? - NBCNewsTHINK
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They cite the divisiveness of Netanyahu’s politics, which feature all-out demonization of his opponents as leftist weaklings who would put Israel in danger, and alienation of Israel’s Arab minority. ThisThey point to his legal challenges. The attorney general, Avichai Mandelblit, a Netanyahu appointee, announced in Februaryon counts of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust, following a multi-year investigation.
Enough already, Israelis of this camp argue. The country is tired from the Netanyahu melodramas and seeks the fresh air provided by a change of leadership.
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