For the first time in Israel's history, an Arab Muslim has been voted into the cabinet.
Raleb Majadele has said that his appointment will give Arabic citizens of Israel a sense of belonging. Israeli Arabs make up about 20% of the population. They have long complained of discrimination, despite the government's attempt to prove otherwise.
Only one minister voted against appointing Mr. Majadele, the ultra-nationalist Avigdor Lieberman, the Minister of Strategic Affairs.
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