“I believe that only big, ideological blocs will be able to determine the way forward through the fundamental issues which lie before us, and redeem us from yet another round of early elections.   The concentration of votes is critical for stability and governability.  Only the public can consolidate power in the hands of political blocs, which will be able to offer an answer to the many challenges.”  (A statement by Israeli President Reuven Rivlin, 04/01/2014)