Channel 14 Urges Commentator Amit Segal to Return Home Amidst Colleague Criticism
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Channel 14 personalities Yotam Zimri and Itamar Fleishman have urged political commentator Amit Segal to leave Channel 12 and return to Channel 14. They defended Segal against criticism from his Channel 12 colleagues, arguing that friendship ethics are paramount. The commentators criticized Channel 12 colleagues for public criticism instead of private discussion.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Channel 14 personalities Yotam Zimri and Itamar Fleishman called Amit Segal to "come home" to Channel 14.
- Fleishman stated friendship ethics are 300 times more important than journalistic ethics.
- They argued Amit Segal is stronger than Channel 12 and contributes to its salary.
- The commentators criticized Segal's Channel 12 colleagues for public criticism.
Channel 14 personalities Yotam Zimri and Itamar Fleishman have called on political commentator Amit Segal to leave Channel 12 and return to Channel 14, following criticism directed at Segal by his colleagues at Channel 12. Fleishman stated, "Amit, come home," emphasizing that "friendship ethics are 300 times more important than journalistic ethics." He criticized how Segal's colleagues treated him, calling it "disgusting" and urging them to address issues privately. Fleishman asserted that Segal's influence exceeds that of Channel 12, saying, "Amit Segal is stronger than Channel 12." Zimri echoed this sentiment, suggesting Segal's colleagues should confront him directly rather than publicly.
Fleishman further claimed that Segal significantly contributes to Channel 12's financial stability, stating, "It's unpleasant to say for many of you, he pays the salary." Zimri agreed, adding, "Yes, exactly. For most of you, even, I would say." Fleishman concluded by noting that many viewers remain loyal to Channel 12 primarily because of Segal, suggesting he is failing them by staying. The commentary highlights a perceived rift within Channel 12 and a strong endorsement of Segal from figures associated with Channel 14.
