How Arab Voters in Israel Shifted the Political Landscape NYT > Top Stories By: Aaron Boxerman 29 October 2026 at 14:44 The Arab parties have long been kept on the political sidelines. But stunning turnout by their supporters makes the Arab minority an Israeli political reality that cannot be ignored. Β© Ahmad Gharabli/Agence France-Presse β Getty ImagesVoting in the predominantly Arab town of Tayibe during the Israeli election on Tuesday.