Yosef Haddad Defends Himself Amidst Political Entry Controversy
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS by baba
Yosef Haddad, a new political candidate, is facing backlash over past statements, with critics labeling him left-leaning and a former supporter of a Palestinian state. In a recent interview, Haddad denied these claims, arguing his loyalty is being unfairly tested compared to other politicians like Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He stated he no longer supports a Palestinian state and has changed his views, as have others, including Netanyahu and Liberman.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Yosef Haddad is facing criticism over past statements since joining a political list.
- Haddad denies being left-leaning or a former supporter of a Palestinian state.
- He argues his loyalty is being tested with a different standard than other politicians.
- Haddad compares his situation to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's past statements.
- He expressed feeling scrutinized by extremist right-wing elements.
- Haddad questioned if he was being called a collaborator or traitor due to past views.
Yosef Haddad, who recently joined politician Ofer Winter's list, is facing intense scrutiny over past statements unearthed since his political entry. Critics have used these remarks to portray him as left-leaning and a former supporter of a Palestinian state. In a recent interview on "Mifgash Ktzavot" (Edge Meeting) with interviewer Noh Dromi, Haddad addressed these attacks, arguing that his loyalty is being unfairly tested with a different standard than other politicians.
Haddad pushed back against accusations of being a leftist, stating unequivocally, "No." When questioned about his past support for a Palestinian state, he responded, "No," and when asked if he had "woken up" to a new reality, he agreed, noting that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and politician Liberman had also changed their views. He also addressed his use of terminology, explaining that while he now uses "Judea and Samaria," he rejected the criticism that he previously used "the West Bank," pointing out that Netanyahu has also used the term.
He repeatedly drew parallels to Prime Minister Netanyahu, suggesting that if his own loyalty is being measured, the same standard should be applied to the Prime Minister. Haddad expressed feeling that his political loyalty is being specifically scrutinized by extremist right-wing elements. He became visibly upset when discussing how his past positions were being presented, questioning if he was being labeled a "collaborator and traitor."
Mentioned
