Can the Eastern German Center Hold?
The center managed to keep the far right at bay in most of eastern Germany’s recent state elections, but the victory may be short-lived.
3 Articles by: Erez Maggor
Erez Maggor is a lecturer in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Ben-Gurion University.
Why Israel’s General Strike Failed
In September, Israel’s largest union called a general strike in support of a hostage deal and cease-fire. Opposition from conservative members, the judiciary, and Benjamin Netanyahu swiftly put an end to it.
Understanding the Politics of Israel’s General Strike
Last week, Israel’s largest union called a general strike in support of a hostage deal and cease-fire. Opposition from conservative members, the judiciary, and Benjamin Netanyahu put an end to the strike, which exposed deep fissures within Israeli society.