"Hani Odeh, the mayor of Qusra, states, 'The resources are limited, the demands are many, there's the settlers, the army - the problems don't stop. You can't do anything for them. I'm exhausted. I just want to rest, honestly.'"
"'It won't change the reality,' Odeh says, highlighting that the gate to enter Qusra has been shut by the Israeli military for two years, reflecting the ongoing challenges faced by the community."
"'Many agree with Odeh, expressing doubts that these elections can move the needle on the issues they face, including settler violence and economic hardships.'"
Frustration with the Palestinian Authority and Israeli occupation leads to voter apathy in local elections in the West Bank. Hani Odeh, mayor of Qusra, expresses exhaustion and doubts about the elections' impact. The PA has not held national elections since 2006, maintaining Fatah's power for over 17 years. Many residents face challenges from illegal settlements and military restrictions, contributing to skepticism about the electoral process. Despite 5,131 candidates running for local councils, many young voters remain disillusioned about the potential for change.
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