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Israel's Arab citizens went to the polls for a historic showing

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Large segments of Israel's Palestinian Arab minority have historically stayed home and not voted in the country's elections. But they turned out in record numbers this week, reflecting a desperation that outweighed any qualms about participation. Voters and candidates said high turnout was less about faith in Israel's democracy and more about the incitement and hostility they have faced under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right government.

The two Arab-led parties could play a major role in ending Netanyahu's rule, but only if his Jewish opponents are willing to partner with them.

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