Minister Karai Accuses Left of Seeking Anarchy Due to Electoral Weakness

Minister of Communications Shlomo Karai launched a sharp attack on the Supreme Court, the Attorney General, and the center-left bloc, asserting that the left understands it has no chance in elections and therefore desires anarchy. He also warned of a potential decline in right-wing voter turnout and argued that only a strong right-wing government can prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Karai cited the case of Avinatan Or, a former Hamas hostage, suggesting that if hostages' families do not demand their immediate release, Israel becomes a bargaining chip for Hamas. He emphasized that Hamas must not be allowed to continue its actions and that the "Jewish heroism" of the Israeli people will overcome attempts by fringe elements to create anarchy. He specifically stated that those seeking anarchy realize they lack popular support and electoral viability, unless they form a government with figures like Mansour Abbas.

Addressing political alliances, Karai claimed that Yair Golan, Avigdor Lieberman, and Gadi Eisenkot are misleading their voters, suggesting that Mansour Abbas would be part of their government and privy to their secrets. He framed the political choice as "either right-wing or Palestine or a Jewish democratic state," where the nation, land, and Torah of Israel are strengthened. He criticized preferential treatment for minorities in university admissions over soldiers, questioning if Abbas would continue prioritizing soldiers if he were in a position of power.

Karai expressed concern over voter turnout, noting that while left-wing strongholds show nearly 80% participation, right-wing areas like Dimona and Tiberias see only 60%. He believes that if the right voted at the same rate as the left, they would secure a much larger majority. He accused parts of the "propaganda machine" and the justice system of trying to suppress right-wing votes and undermine the government.

Furthermore, Karai criticized the Supreme Court and the Attorney General, calling the court a "criminal" entity that overrules laws and replaces the government. He cited an instance where the court intervened in the appointment of members to the Second Authority for Television and Radio. He also touched upon the issue of ultra-Orthodox enlistment, stating that changes have been made to ensure that those whose primary occupation is not Torah study must enlist.

Regarding Prime Minister Netanyahu, Karai stated that if he is detrimental to Israel's enemies, he is beneficial to Jews. He asserted that a right-wing government would lead to absolute victory, enhance Israel's global standing, and reform the "distorted" justice system.