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0404Politics

Finance Minister Smotrich Honors Employee with Special Needs

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Hebrew · 3 newsrooms covering

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich honored Shimon, an employee with special needs, as an outstanding employee during a holiday event at the Ministry of Finance. Smotrich cited Shimon's daily morning greetings as the reason for the award, and Shimon expressed his gratitude and affection for the minister.

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  • Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich honored an employee with special needs.
  • The employee, Shimon, was recognized for his morning greetings.
  • The award was presented during a holiday toast at the Ministry of Finance.
  • Both Smotrich and Shimon expressed mutual respect and affection.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich surprised an employee with special needs, Shimon, during a holiday toast event at the Ministry of Finance, announcing him as an outstanding employee. Smotrich shared with attendees the special bond he has formed with Shimon, noting his daily morning greetings.

"He greets me every morning with such a smile at the entrance that I simply must give him the outstanding employee award," Smotrich said. He highlighted Shimon's consistent positive reception as the reason for the recognition.

Shimon, visibly moved, approached the microphone to express his gratitude to the minister. "I want to thank him. He moved me very much. It's fun to see him every morning. He respects me and loves me, and I love him too," Shimon responded. The event took place at the Ministry of Finance during a holiday gathering for employees.

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