Iman Khatib-Yassin
אימאן ח'טיב-יאסין · MK
Who they are
First hijab-wearing member of the Knesset; a social worker from the Galilee.
Positions and record
Welfare: Social services in Arab society.
Women: Employment and protection from violence.
Representation: Broke a symbolic barrier in Israeli politics.
Where they stand
Judea & Samariaparty linePalestinian state alongside Israel
Two states / withdrawalSovereignty / annexation
Gaza & Securityparty lineEnd the war, massive reconstruction
Deal & disengagementFull military control
Haredi Enlistmentparty lineNeutral; supports civil service options
Universal draftPreserve exemptions
Judiciaryparty lineProtect minority rights via the court
Strengthen the courtCurb the court
Economyparty lineDevelopment budgets for Arab society
Social spendingFree market
Religion & Stateparty lineConservative on social issues
Civil / pluralistHalachic status quo