9 women in government or 24? The difference between the blocs is clearer than ever
Women's representation in politics: In the next Knesset, about 33 female MKs are expected to serve. If the coalition bloc forms the government, only 9 women will serve in it, while if the change bloc…
Assessment
The gap in women's representation between Israel's two political blocs is not just symbolic. If the current coalition forms the next government, only 9 women would serve as ministers. If the opposition bloc takes power, that number jumps to 24, an all time high. The Knesset itself is expected to have about 33 female members regardless. The choice voters face is between two very different governments, and the scale of that difference is now measurable in cabinet seats.