Housing costs top young Israelis’ election concerns, security trails far behind - poll
A new Israel 2050 survey published Wednesday night found that economic and social issues, led by housing affordability, top young voters' priorities ahead of the elections.
Housing prices emerged as the top concern for young Israelis ahead of the elections, according to a new Israel 2050 survey. Economic and social issues, particularly housing, ranked above security concerns, which were ranked much lower. The survey revealed that 75% of respondents would consider voting for a new party if it could provide solutions to these issues.
Housing prices were the most pressing issue for 38% of respondents, more than double the share for any other issue. Young people gave the state a low rating of just 2.5 out of 10 for housing. While 16% of respondents expressed concern over the education system and 4% about security, only 8% focused on the situation facing young people in Israel and 13% on transportation.
Only 21% of respondents believed that the government's current decisions were laying a strong foundation for their well-being and future needs.
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