In your opinion, what is Israel's general situation?
1 = very good
2 = good
3 = not so good
4 = not good
5 = not at all good

In general, what is your opinion on the way the government is dealing with the current problems in the country?
1 = deals with them in a very good way
2 = deals with them in a good way
3 = deals with them in a not so good way
4 = deals with them in a not at all good way
5 = Do not read: do not know

In your opinion, what is the most important problem that the government has to deal with currently?
2 = Arab-Israeli conflict, the Palestinian problem (general)
3 = Exiting the territories, ending the conquest
4 = settlements in the territories, settlers
5 = Palestinian terror, terrorist attacks, Intifada
6 = Finding a solution for those evacuated from Gush Katif, Preventing additional disengagements
8 = the demographic problem, the separation fence
12 = the image of Israel abroad, strengthening international status
13 = administering an independent foreign policy
15 = reaching a final agreement with the PA/establishing a Palestinian state
18 = economic growth, increasing standard of living, increasing salary
19 = decreasing unemployment, ensuring employment, preventing dismissals
22 = housing problems, young couples, children's stipends
29 = domestic violence, violence amongst youth
31 = immigrant absorption, taking care of problems of immigrants
33 = maintaining the religious character of the state
34 = preventing religious coercion, separation of religion and state
35 = problems of Arab citizens of Israel, equality between Jews and Arabs in Israel
38 = maintaining the law, strengthening the authorities and law
39 = protecting democracy, protecting the rights of the individual, freedom of expression, tolerance
40 = system of government, system of elections (general and within parties)
41 = functioning of the government/Prime Minister, public faith in the government
42 = national unity, mending the tear in society, preventing hatred between "brothers"
45 = other (avoid using this category whenever possible)

To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements: Politicians do not tend to consider the opinion of the simple citizen.
1 = 1- Definitely disagree
2 = 2
3 = 3
4 = 4 - Definitely agree

To what extent do the power relations in Knesset express the divisions of opinions in the wider public?
1 = to a large extent
2 = to some extent
3 = to a small extent
4 = not at all

In your opinion, who currently guards Israeli democracy best? (First place)
1 = Prime Minister
2 = Supreme Court
3 = Knesset
4 = the media
5 = no one
6 = all of them

In general, do you think it's possible to trust people, or do you always need to be very careful in relationships with people?
1 = you can always trust people
2 = in general you can trust people
3 = in general you have to be very careful
4 = you always have to be very careful

To what degree do you have trust in the following people or institutions: The Parties.
1 = No trust at all
2 = Little trust
3 = Have some trust
4 = A lot of trust

In your opinion, is the State of Israel presently democratic to a suitable degree, too democratic or not democratic enough?
1 = Far too much
2 = Too much
3 = The right measure
4 = Too little
5 = Far too little

In general, to what extent are you pleased or not pleased with the way Israeli democracy functions? (Read 1-4)
1 = very not pleased
2 = not pleased
3 = pleased
4 = very pleased

There are situations in which there is a contradiction between democracy and Jewish religious law. In such cases, should preserving the principles of democracy prevail, or should keeping the commandments of Jewish religious law prevail?
1 = In every case, should prioritize guarding democracy
2 = Sometimes this, sometimes that
3 = In every case, should prioritize keeping the Jewish law

There are situations in which there is contradiction between preserving the rule of law and protecting national security interests. In the case of such a contradiction, should the national security interests prevail, or should keeping the rule of law prev
1 = In every case should prioritize maintaining the rule of law
2 = Sometimes this, sometimes that
3 = In every case, should prioritize security interests

Compared to other democratic countries, is the political system in Israel stable or unstable?
1 = very stable
2 = stable
3 = like the others
4 = not stable
5 = very not stable

In your opinion, is there more or less corruption in Israel than in other countries? What about the following:
1 = 1 - in Israel there is much less
2 = 2 - in Israel there is a little less
3 = 3 - like other countries
4 = 4 - in Israel there is a little more
5 = 5 - in Israel there is much more

In your opinion are relationships between religious and not religious good or not good? [Not asked of Arabs] And what about the following relationships:
1 = not good at all
2 = not so good
3 = good
4 = very good

To what extent are you interested in politics?
1 = To a large extent
2 = To some extent
3 = to a small extent
4 = Not at all

How often do you stay informed about what’s going on in politics through TV, the radio or the press?
1 = every day
2 = a number of times a week
3 = once or twice a week
4 = infrequently
5 = never

To what extent does the following exist or not exist in Israel: Equal rights.
1 = Does not exist at all
2 = Exists to a small extent
3 = Exists to some extent
4 = Exists to a large extent

To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements: It makes no difference who you vote for. It does not change the situation.
1 = Definitely disagree
2 = Disagree
3 = Unsure
4 = Agree
5 = Definitely agree

Some people say that in these elections they will not vote for any particular party but rather against another. What about you? Do you think that in the end you will decide to vote for a particular party in order to support it or to protest against anothe
1 = For the party I will vote for
2 = Against another party
3 = Both are true
4 = Don’t know/ Have not thought of it

To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements: Israeli Arabs are deprived compared with Jewish citizens.
1 = Not at all
2 = To a small extent
3 = To some extent
4 = To a large extent

To the best of your knowledge, what is the threshold percentage in elections to the Knesset?
1 = Answered correctly (2%)
2 = Answered incorrectly
3 = Do not know

To the best of your knowledge, who is the current Speaker of Knesset?
1 = Answered correctly (Rueven Rivlin)
2 = Answered incorrectly
3 = Do not know

In your opinion, to what extent is there a likelihood of a civil war in Israel as a result of the arrangements concerning the future of the territories?
1 = To a large extent
2 = To some extent
3 = To a small extent
4 = Not at all

As you know, a soldier has to refuse to fulfill an order that is clearly illegal. What about a soldier who refuses because of personal ethics or ideology? For example, is it permissible for a soldier to refuse to fulfill an order to evacuate settlements
1 = It is permissible to refuse
2 = It is forbidden to refuse

There are four values that conflict with each other to some extent, and are important to people at different levels: a Jewish majority, Greater Israel, a Democratic state, and a state of peace. Which of these is most important to you? [Not asked of Arabs
1 = a State with a Jewish majority
2 = Greater Israel
3 = a democratic state (equal political rights for all)
4 = Peace (relatively low chance for war)

Do you feel yourself part of the Jewish people in the world? [Not asked of Arabs]
1 = Definitely yes
2 = Yes
3 = No
4 = Definitely not

In general, do you think that the people running the country are taking care of their personal interests, or acting for the good of the public?
1 = They work for their private interests
5 = They work for the good of the public

If a decision was made in the government and Knesset that contradicted your personal views about the territories and security, which of the following actions would you take?
1 = I would respect the decision
2 = I would demonstrate against the decision legally
3 = I would strongly protest the decision, even going against the law, but not using physical force
4 = I would use all means to protest even those against the law, even physical force

To what extent do you support or oppose the following: The addition of Arab parties, including Arab Ministers, to the government.
1 = 1 - very opposed
2 = 2 - opposed
3 = 3 - supportive
4 = 4 - very supportive

To what extent do you feel that you are part of the state of Israel and its problems?
1 = to a very large extent
2 = to a large extent
3 = to some extent
4 = to a small extent
5 = to a very small extent

In your opinion, what should be more important for the citizens of Israel, their personal interests or the interests of the country as a whole?
1 = The interests of the country are far more important
2 = Personal interests and the interests of the country are equally important
3 = Personal interests are far more important

Are you concerned about losing your job or your livelihood?
1 = Not at all
2 = To a small extent
3 = Very concerned
4 = I recently lost my job, and I am looking for work
5 = I do not work, and I am not looking for work

With what political trend do you identify?
1 = Left
2 = Moderate left
3 = Center
4 = Moderate right
5 = Right
6 = Religious
7 = Unidentified

How proud are you to be Israeli?
1 = very proud
2 = quite proud
3 = not so proud
4 = not at all proud

How often do you tend to talk with your friends and family about political issues?
1 = to a very large extent
2 = to a certain extent
3 = to a small extent
4 = not at all
5 = Do not read: do not know

In the long term, do you want or not want to live in the country?
1 = convinced that want to
2 = want to, but not convinced
3 = I have my doubts
4 = convinced that I do not want to

Are you a supporter of or active in any political party?
1 = no I am not a supporter of or active in any party
2 = I am a supporter of a party, but not a member
3 = I am a member of a party
4 = I am an active member of a party
5 = I am a member of a party and hold a position

For some people, the main thing is to vote and the party they vote for is less important, while for other people, the main thing is the party they vote for. To which position do you feel closer?
1 = To the first (the main thing is to vote)
2 = To the second (the main thing is the party)

In your opinion, do primaries lead to a better or a worse system of government?
1 = Better
2 = Worse
3 = Makes no difference

Some people think that Knesset members should be elected in personal elections, while others hold that they should be elected according to party lists. What do you think?
1 = Personal elections are definitely preferable
2 = Personal elections are preferable
3 = Party lists are preferable
4 = Party lists are definitely preferable

There is much talk about left and right in politics. Where would you rank yourself along a left-right continuum, when 1 is the right end and 7 the left end?
1 = Right
2 = 2
3 = 3
4 = 4
5 = 5
6 = 6
7 = Left

In general, do you see yourself as close to a particular party?
1 = Yes
2 = No
3 = Don’t know

For those who replied ‘no’ or ‘don’t know’ to the previous question: Do you feel yourself a bit closer to one of the parties than to the others?
1 = yes
2 = No (skip to question 25)
8 = do not know (skip to question 25)

To which party?
1 = Kadima
2 = Likud
3 = Labor
4 = Shinui - led by Ron Levintal
5 = Meretz/Yahad
6 = Israel Beiteinu (Lieberman)
7 = The United List of Ichud Leumi and Mafdal
8 = Mafdal
9 = Yahadut HaTorah( Agudah+Degel Torah)
10 = Shas
11 = The Greeners
12 = Hetz: The list of those who have left Shinui, led by Avraham Porez
20 = Tafnit - Uzi Dayan
21 = National Religious Front (Baruch Marzel)
22 = Heirut (Ratzon + Kleiner)
23 = Green Leaf
30 = Balad
31 = United Arab List (Ra'am)
32 = Democratic Front for Peace and Equality (Hadash)
95 = other, specify:______
96 = Debating between a number of parties
99 = Refuses to answer

How close do you feel to the party you indicated?
1 = Very close
2 = Quite close
3 = Not so close
9 = Don’t know

In your opinion, are there differences between Israel’s large political parties concerning territorial compromises?
1 = Very large differences
2 = Large differences
3 = Some differences
4 = Small differences
5 = Almost no differences

If the party that you support were to change its position on a topic you think is important, would you change your vote?
1 = I Would definitely change my vote
2 = I think I would change my vote
3 = I think I would not change my vote
4 = I would definitely not change my vote
5 = If the party changes its position, I would not vote at all
6 = I was not intending to vote in any event
7 = I do not support any party

Various factors lead people to vote for a specific party. Of the next four factors, what is the main factor that brings you to vote for a specific party?
1 = Identification with the party
2 = The party’s candidate for Prime Minister
3 = The party’s stance on specific issues
4 = The party’s place in the government or in the opposition
5 = None/all to the same extent

To what extent are you sure that in the future you will continue to support the same party you supported in these Knesset elections?
1 = Very sure
2 = Sure
3 = Not so sure
4 = Not at all sure

In the coming elections, will you vote as you usually vote?
1 = Yes
2 = No
3 = I have not voted in the past
4 = Don’t know
5 = There is no way I usually vote

Do members of your family vote for the Knesset as you do?
1 = All vote like me
2 = A large part votes like me
3 = A small part votes like me
4 = No one votes like me
5 = I don’t know how they vote

In your opinion, should the government of Israel make sure that public life in the country is conducted according to Jewish religious tradition or not? (Read 1-4)
1 = The government should definitely make sure of it
2 = The government should perhaps make sure of it
3 = I don’t think the government should see to it
4 = The government should definitely not be concerned with it

About the structure of economic life in the country, do you support a capitalist or socialist approach more?
1 = capitalist definitely
2 = more capitalist than socialist
3 = more socialist than capitalist
4 = socialist definitely
5 = in the middle, a mix of capitalism and socialism
6 = other system, neither socialist nor capitalist

Are you planing to vote in the coming elections?
1 = Yes
2 = No
3 = No answer
9 = Don’t know

If elections for the Knesset were held today, which list would you vote for?
1 = Kadima
2 = Likud
3 = Labor
4 = Shinui - headed by Ron Levintal
5 = Meretz/Yahad
6 = Israel Beiteinu (Lieberman)
7 = The United List of Ichud LeUmi and Mafdal
8 = Mafdal
9 = Yahdadut HaTorah (Agudah + Degel Torah)
10 = Shas
11 = The Greeners
12 = Hetz: The list of those who separated from Shinui headed by Avraham Porez
20 = Tafnit - Uzi Dayan
21 = National Religious Front
22 = Heirut
23 = Green Leaf
30 = Balad
31 = United Arab List
32 = The Democratic Front for Peace and Equality
95 = Other
96 = Do not know/Have not decided/ Debating
97 = Blank ballot
98 = I would not vote
99 = Refuses to answer

If there were two ballots in this election, one for Prime Minister and one for Knesset, who would you vote for, for Prime Minister?
1 = Amir Peretz
2 = Ehud Olmert
3 = Binyamin Netanyahu
4 = Other
5 = Blank ballot
6 = I would not vote
8 = Do not know/ Have not decided/ Debating
9 = Refuses to answer

Which list did you vote for in the last elections to Knesset in 2003?
2 = Likud
3 = Labor
4 = Shinui
5 = Meretz/Yahad
6 = Israel Beiteinu (Lieberman)
7 = Ichud LeUmi
8 = Mafdal
9 = Yahadut HaTorah (Agudah+Degel HaTorah)
10 = Shas
11 = The Greeners
12 = Green Leaf
13 = Netz (Baruch Marzel)
14 = Heirut (Kleiner)
17 = Am Echad
18 = Yisrael B'Aliyah
21 = National Religious Front
22 = Heirut
23 = Green Leaf
30 = Balad
31 = United Arab List
32 = Democratic Front for Peace and Equality
90 = Do not remember who I voted for then
95 = Other
96 = Blank Ballot
97 = I did not vote even though I had the right to vote
98 = I did not vote, because I did not have the right to vote
99 = Refuses to answer

Who did you vote for, for Prime Minister in 2001?
1 = Barak
2 = Sharon
3 = Blank ballot
4 = I did not vote, even though I had the right to vote
5 = I did not vote because I did not have the right to vote

[For Jews] Which of the following terms best defines your identity? And the second? And the third? And the fourth?
1 = Israeli
2 = Jewish
3 = My ethnic group (Ashkenazi/Sephardi)
4 = My secularism/religiosity

[For Arabs] Which of the following terms best defines your identity?
1 = Israeli
2 = Palestinian
3 = Arab
4 = My Religion (Muslim\Christian\Druze)

To what extent do you usually observe religious tradition?
1 = I do not observe tradition at all
2 = I observe tradition slightly
3 = I observe tradition to a large extent
4 = I observe tradition meticulously

In which country were you born?
1 = North Africa
2 = Asia
3 = Eastern Europe
4 = Western and Eastern Europe
5 = America, Australia, South Africa
6 = Interviewee is native born and father is native born
7 = Native Born - Father: North Africa
8 = Native born - Father: Asia
9 = Native born - Father: Eastern Europe
10 = Native Born - Father: Central and Western Europe
11 = Native born - Father: America, Australia, South Africa

To the Interviewer: Is the interviewee an immigrant from the FSU from 1988 and onwards? [Not asked of Arabs]
1 = immigrant from the FSU

Do you have an academic degree?
1 = yes
2 = no

The average monthly expenditure of a four person family in the country has reached 9,300 NIS. Considering your family expenditures do you spend: (Read 1-5)
1 = much more than the average
2 = a little more than the average
3 = about the average
4 = a little less than the average
5 = much less than the average

To what social class do you belong?
1 = Upper class
2 = Upper-middle class
3 = Middle class
4 = Lower class

Religion [Just for Arabs]
1 = Muslim
2 = Christian
3 = Druze

How would you define yourself? [Not asked of Arabs]
1 = secular
2 = traditional
3 = religious
4 = ultra-religious

Sex
1 = male
2 = female

Language of Interview
1 = Hebrew
2 = Arabic
3 = Russian

10 = Shimon Peres
11 = Avigdor Lieberman
12 = Natan Sharansky
13 = Aryeh Da'ri
14 = Eli Yishai
15 = Meir Poresh
16 = Moshe Gafni
17 = Ami Ailon
18 = Haim Ramon
19 = Uzi Landau
20 = Ariel Sharon
21 = Efi Eitam
22 = Moshe Feiglin
23 = Yosi Sarid
24 = Yosi Beilin
25 = Baruch Marzel
26 = Tzipi Livni
27 = Uri Lapolinski
28 = Roby Rivlin
29 = Beni Ayalon
30 = Avishai Browerman
31 = Taleb Alasana
32 = Azmi Bashara
33 = Matan Vilnai
34 = Moshe Katsav
35 = Yuli Tamir