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Netanyahu uses state budget to manage political coalitions
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu employs the government budget as a tool to secure and maintain his political alliances, according to an analytical piece by writer Dov Zakheim published in the National Interest. The article, headlined "In Israel, the Budget is Politics," examines how Netanyahu leverages budgetary decisions and fiscal allocations to reinforce backing from coalition partners.
The analysis suggests Netanyahu treats state resources as a primary mechanism for political management. By distributing government spending strategically, he ensures the continued support of the various factions necessary to keep his governing coalition intact and functional.
