Netanyahu's Popularity Plummets as Gaza War Drags On
• Netanyahu has held power longer than any other Israeli prime minister, but his popularity is now "dismal" after a major security failure • He campaigned on security but failed to prevent a Hamas raid that led to hostages, raising accusations he lacks "basic humanity" • His attempts to connect with grieving families have largely fallen flat and seemed insincere • As the war continues, thousands of angry reservists may join protests against Netanyahu when they return from Gaza • The longer the war lasts, the more Netanyahu can shore up support from his political base and ward off opponents like Benny Gantz