PR Inaction?

PR Inaction?

What a way to run an election. Low turnout and Israel condemned to having another weak coalition government. The voters’ verdict under PR means that only by a coalition of parties can a government be formed. Very small extremist parties will again be able to determine the agenda of mainstream politics.

As for the future, Hamas must be disappointed, dealing with a weak Israeli leadership, unable to take the tough decisions so essential for negotiations. In addition, Israeli business is disappointed that the coalition will not be strong enough to implement essential economic reform. Washington meanwhile, must be in despair, whilst still acting as paymaster.

PR has many good points, but in cases like Israel, it can clearly be disastrous.