{
  "id": 16575237,
  "title": "Israeli rehabilitation village prepares adults with disabilities for Election Day voting",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/israeli-rehabilitation-village-prepares-adults-with-disabilities-for",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-26T08:30:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-election-2026/article-912880"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the days leading up to Israel's upcoming Knesset election on October 27, a Perach Israel rehabilitation village is preparing its adult residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities to exercise their democratic right to vote. More than 200 residents are participating in a special initiative that includes setting up a mock polling station within the village grounds. This hands-on training comprises a voting booth, envelopes, and ballot slips, enabling residents to familiarize themselves with the voting process and understand their right to participate in the democratic system.\n\nMoshe Stein, CEO of Perach Israel, emphasizes that the right to choose plays a vital role in the residents' quality of life. The institution's staff guides the participants through each step, from selecting a ballot to placing it in an envelope, mirroring the process at an official polling station. By offering this opportunity in a familiar environment, the village aims to equip its residents with the practical skills needed to cast their votes confidently on Election Day. As millions of Israelis head to the polls, the village's efforts ensure that eligible residents have the chance to make their voices heard alongside the rest of the nation.",
  "summary": "The village, home to more than 200 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, has set up a mock polling station, complete with a voting booth, envelopes, and ballot slips.",
  "key_points": [],
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    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}