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The general takes charge

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Ehud Barak was elected president of Israel on a 56% margin, but the nation's parliament remains without unity. The Knesset looks to Barak to form a coalition government, since his One Israel party has only 20% of the Knesset's total votes. Barak's advisors in the election included Americans Bob Shrum and Bill Clinton campaign associate James Carville.

Author: Hirsh, Michael, Contreras, Joseph
Publisher: A C P Computer Publications
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1999

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Personal politics

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The Israeli elections for prime minister and Parliament in May 1999 will be decided on the issue of character more than policy positions. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trailing Labor Party candidate Ehud Barak. However, many belive the results may be different because of the elections in 1996 when Netanyahu pulled an upset.

Author: Weymouth, Lally, Contreras, Joseph
Publisher: A C P Computer Publications
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1999
Netanyahu, Benjamin, Character, Character (Psychology)

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Barak makes a choice

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Israel's prime minister, Ehud Barak, has decided to first negotiate for peace with the Arabs and then deal with increasing turmoil among Jews in the government. Barak's often unclear political agenda is outlined along with perspectives on his character and ability to influence domestic issues.

Author: Contreras, Joseph
Publisher: A C P Computer Publications
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1999
Australia, International aspects, Social policy, Prime ministers, Orthodox Judaism, Judaism, Social problems, Judaism and social problems

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Subjects list: Israel, Political activity, Elections, Barak, Ehud, Political aspects
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