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Great seismic change in Israeli politics in the past few weeks, everyone should read and be aware of the changes, as the chance for peace is on the increase IMHO. New Labor leader Peretz is moving the party to social issues: public health, schooling and public transport. Living below the poverty line is 25% of the population and one third of all children.

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Soup kitchens and unemployment is weighing heavy on Israeli society, as a third of the government budget is spend on the military and for security. The traditional Labor party has seen its leadership from the wealthy elite from white Europeans. Peretz is seen as a man of the people, coming from a community with a majority of Russian and North African immigrants.

As seen below, Vice-Premier Shimon Peres is showing his true colors and may join Sharon's Kadima party.

Sharon's Kadima Leads All Parties in Israel

TEL AVIV (Angus Reid Global Scan) Nov. 26 -- The Kadima party formed earlier this month by Ariel Sharon would head the government after Israel's next legislative election, according to three recent voting intention polls. The results of a survey by Teleseker published in Maariv suggest that Kadima would secure 34 seats in the Israeli Parliament, followed by the Labour party with 26, and the Likud party with 13.

A poll by the Dahaf Institute published in Yediot Ahronot gives Kadima 33 seats in the Knesset, with Labour in second place with 26, and Likud in third place with 13.

A survey by Smith Researching and Consulting published in the Jerusalem Post puts Kadima ahead with 32 seats.

Polling Report - 2006 Knesset Election

Peres mulls joining Sharon

Vice Premier Shimon Peres meanwhile confirmed reports that he was approached by Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's new party, and said that he would decide whether to join Kadima in the coming days. Peres told Israel Radio:

"The only thing before my eyes is the country's interest, and chances to bring about peace. There are no personal considerations in my decision."

Shimon Peres: Vance Lecturer