To Bibi or Not To Bibi
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How is it that Benjamin Netanyahu is the longest serving Prime Minister in Israel’s history? Why is Bibi's base of support Mizrachim when he himself is Ashkenazi? What are the long standing tensions between Israeli Ashkenazi and Mizrachi communities that drive Bibism? Carrie and Aliza chat with Lebanese-Iraqi Israeli Anat Tsaig about how it came to be that a bunch of Jewish Israelis from places like Iraq and Yemen are fans of the Polish guy from Tel Aviv. Us Among the Israelis is an engaging, insightful, and totally unexpected look at what it’s like to live in the world’s most interesting country. From getting used to living in a country where everyone serves in the army to making peace with customer service in a country where no one ever stands in line, Carrie Keller-Lynn and Aliza Landes, two American immigrants to Israel, explore the mysteries, frustrations, and joys of life in Israel.   This podcast is part of The Joshua Network. For more information, visit us at thejoshuanetwork.com or email us at [email protected]
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