The Inclination to Reimmigrate: A Structural Analysis of the Case of Israelis Residing in France and in the U.S.A.

Abstract

This study analyzes the structure of the relations between experiences in Israel and abroad, and expectations for the future in Israel as reported by Israelis residing in the U.S. and France. A facet definition of the inclination to reimmigrate to Israel is presented, and, on its basis, hypotheses are formulated regarding the relations between the definitional framework and the empirical observations. The results support the main hypotheses. An empirical double-ordered conceptual system is obtained, which reflects the two facets of the definition: Situation (manner, country, and time), and Areas of Life (spiritual, material, and intermediate). Some structural differences were found between the U.S. and the French samples.