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As Israeli election nears, peace earns barely a mention
In a rare TV debate ahead of Israel\’s tightly contested election on March 17, eight party leaders from across the political spectrum held forth for 90 minutes in a noisy, argumentative discussion of Israeli policy.
Why Israelis will vote on the economy, not security
Last summer, Israel endured its longest war in decades and saw missiles fall across the country.
Economic issues whip up Israelis in chocolate pudding election
Israel\’s high cost of living is set to dominate a March 17 election that could shake up Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu\’s coalition, with voter anger symbolized by an overpriced dessert.
Study: Legalizing marijuana would help Israeli economy
Legalizing marijuana would generate more than $450 million annually for the Israeli economy, a new study shows.
Seaport battle looms as Israel plans new competition
Israel is betting its economic future on high-tech exports but faces a low-tech bottleneck in state-owned seaports subject to work stoppages and slowdowns because of the enormous strength of their unions.
Obama pledges to stand with Israel, stop Iranian bomb, in State of the Union
President Obama pledged to keep Iran from obtaining a nuclear bomb and to \”stand steadfast\” with Israel in his State of the Union speech.
Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer to step down
Stanley Fischer is stepping down from his position as governor of the Bank of Israel.