| ID | 189053 |
| Title Proper | King Bibi" and Israeli Illiberalism |
| Other Title Information | Assessing Democratic Backsliding in Israel during the Second Netanyahu Era (2009–2021) |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Waxman, Dov ; Oren, Neta ; Oren, Neta; Waxman, Dov |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article assesses democratic backsliding in Israel during Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's years in office from 2009 to 2021, drawing comparisons to similar developments in Hungary and Turkey. While the democratic back-sliding that occurred in Israel during this period resembled what was taking place in these other countries, Netanyahu was less successful in achieving his goals than Viktor Orbán and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, despite employing similar rhetoric and tactics. Netanyahu's lack of success is explained by the amount and nature of affective polarization in Israel, its parliamentary system of government, and its electoral system. |
| `In' analytical Note | Middle East Journal Vol. 76, No.3; Autumn/Winter 2022-23: p.303-326 |
| Journal Source | Middle East Journal 2022-09 76, 3 |
| Key Words | King Bibi ; Israeli Illiberalism ; Assessing Democratic ; Second Netanyahu Era (2009–2021) |