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Ahead of Israel's October 27 election, some Arab citizens of Israel who have historically boycotted voting said they are reconsidering amid rising crime, the Gaza war and West Bank settler violence, while other Arab voters expressed frustration with both Netanyahu and his opponents. A fake campaign circulated nationwide depicting United Arab List chairman with an LGBTQ flag, which the party said was designed by right-wing parties to damage its image. Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza also said they are watching the election closely, though many expect the outcome to offer only a “lesser evil” regardless of result.