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Kikar HaShabbatPolitics

Bennett Slams Golan's 'Horrific' Remark on Killing Babies

Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba

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Hebrew · Sole source

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett called MK Yair Golan's statement, "A sane country doesn't kill babies as a hobby?" "horrific" and "stupid." Bennett made the remarks at a Manufacturers Association conference, expressing his disapproval of Golan's comments. The exchange underscores political divisions on sensitive issues.

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  • Former PM Naftali Bennett called MK Yair Golan's statement "horrific" and "stupid."
  • Golan's remark questioned whether a sane country kills babies as a hobby.
  • Bennett stated he is not sovereign over everyone's statements.
  • The comments were made at a Manufacturers Association conference.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett sharply criticized remarks made by MK Yair Golan at a Manufacturers Association conference, calling them "horrific" and "stupid." Bennett specifically took issue with Golan's statement, "A sane country doesn't kill babies as a hobby?" Bennett stated, "I am not the sovereign over what everyone says," indicating his disapproval of such pronouncements.

Bennett's comments were made during the Manufacturers Association's annual conference, a significant gathering for Israeli industry leaders. The exchange highlights ongoing political tensions and differing viewpoints within the Israeli political landscape, even on sensitive topics.

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