Israeli Journalist Explains Refusal to Criticize Colleague Amidst Controversy
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Radio host Guy Peleg explained his decision not to publicly criticize colleague Amit Segal over leaked correspondence involving a Netanyahu advisor. Peleg stated he lacks the ability to judge friends or co-workers, drawing a parallel to the late journalist Dan Margalit. He believes it is not his role to act as a judge or investigator within his workplace. Peleg affirmed his commitment to truth but maintained his personal boundaries regarding judging colleagues.
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- Radio host Guy Peleg explained his refusal to criticize colleague Amit Segal over leaked texts.
- Peleg stated he lacks the ability to judge friends or co-workers.
- He drew a parallel to the late journalist Dan Margalit's approach to politicians.
- Peleg believes it is not his role to act as a judge within his workplace.
- He affirmed his commitment to truth but maintained personal boundaries.
- The controversy involves leaked correspondence between Segal and a Netanyahu advisor.
Radio host Guy Peleg addressed public and media controversy surrounding leaked correspondence between Yonatan Urikh, an advisor to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Channel 12 journalist Amit Segal. During his broadcast on 103FM, a listener questioned why Peleg, known for his integrity, had not publicly criticized Segal, his colleague, regarding the matter.
Peleg explained his personal policy, drawing a parallel to the late journalist Dan Margalit. He recalled asking Margalit how he maintained friendships with politicians while serving as a political commentator. Margalit reportedly said he could have lunch with a politician and later write a critical article about them. Peleg stated he lacks this ability and therefore maintains a significant distance from politicians.
Regarding his workplace, Peleg clarified that he does not see it as his role to judge or investigate his colleagues or superiors. If he obtained publishable information about a colleague, he would likely pass it to a journalist from another outlet. For criminal suspicions, he would advise them to contact the police. He emphasized that he is not an editor or manager and has not pursued such career paths, thus he cannot and does not wish to "judge his friends" or co-workers.
The listener pressed further, suggesting that true integrity is tested when it is difficult, and asked if Peleg would sit next to Yinon Magal under similar circumstances. She also implied that Peleg's career was nearly ruined and questioned why Segal, who she described as stronger than the CEO, could not face similar consequences.
Peleg firmly responded that he pays and is willing to pay significant prices for his truth, career, and mission. However, he reiterated that in certain circumstances, he is not and does not want to be the judge. He stated that no one pressured him to remain silent; he himself feels unable to act as a judge in this situation. Peleg concluded by stating he would not comment on his workplace, its reporters, or employees, and that he offers enough to the public in other matters.
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