Polls Flip, Revealing Right-Wing Bloc Larger Than Left, Analyst Claims
Political commentator Yaakov Bardugo claims that recent opinion polls are showing a reversal, indicating that the right-wing bloc in Israel is now larger than the left-wing bloc. Bardugo asserts that for a considerable period, there was a deliberate effort to create a false public perception and suppress right-wing voter turnout through manipulated polling data. He credits himself, along with Shlomo Filber and Channel 14, for challenging these narratives and presenting a more accurate picture.
Bardugo argues that the current numbers suggest a potential right-wing victory, but warns that a separate run by former IDF General Ofer Winter could jeopardize this outcome. He suggests that Winter would only have the political strength to run independently if polls showed him garnering a significant number of seats, which is not currently the case. Bardugo emphasizes that historical precedent shows such independent runs can critically impact the overall bloc's success.
He contrasts this with the approach of the opposing camp, which he says is adept at consolidating even minor factions and removing obstacles. Bardugo cites the alliance between Chili Tropper and Gadi Eisenkot as an example of strategic maneuvering, noting Tropper's departure from Yoaz Hendel and Benny Gantz to join Eisenkot's political framework.
Furthermore, Bardugo criticizes Naftali Bennett, labeling him a "serial party destroyer" whose involvement consistently leads to political value destruction. He points to Bennett's past alliance with the Yesh Atid party, which he claims resulted in a significant loss of political power. Bardugo expresses a desire for Bennett to join forces with Eisenkot, believing it would further weaken Eisenkot's party and thus benefit the right-wing bloc.
