But as Israel heads into yet another crucial election, the world is missing a major part of the real story. Coined and popularized by pro-Netanyahu pundits, the term historically referred to Mizrahi Jews (of Middle Eastern and North African descent) and those living in the socio-economic periphery. Let me be absolutely clear: I fundamentally reject the “Second Israel” theory and refuse to believe in this dangerous division of our country. The sole litmus test for belonging to “The Second Israel” is whether or not you support Netanyahu. His actions suggest he doesn’t care about the “Second Israel.”