Palestinians residing in the occupied West Bank are excluded from participating in Israel’s October 27 election, despite being directly affected by Israeli government policies. These policies include the ongoing expansion of settlements, the demolition of Palestinian homes, and severe restrictions on movement within the region. Residents of communities like Jabal al-Baba, east of Jerusalem, report that Israel exerts control over nearly all facets of their daily existence, including construction and basic living conditions. This lack of political representation leaves Palestinians feeling marginalized and ignored by the Israeli government. The exclusion underscores a significant power imbalance and raises questions about political rights and representation in the occupied territories. The feeling among Palestinians is one of invisibility, as expressed in the sentiment “like we don’t exist.”