According to 2008 government statistics, there are 120,000 Druse citizens, comprising 1.6% of the Israeli population. The way things appear, at least according to the polls, the Druse representation in the 18th Knesset however will be significantly higher however, 4%, since in all likelihood, five members of the Druse community will be part of the next 120-seat Israeli parliament.
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That is not to say they will all see eye-to-eye on political and security issues since they are seated in an array of parties, including Kadima, Likud, Labor, Yisrael Beitenu and the Arab Balad Party.
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All however are situated in �realistic positions� and barring any surprises, will be MKs in the next Knesset.
(Yechiel Spira � YWN Israel)
