Former Beit Shemesh Mayor Aliza Bloch Announces Knesset Run Aiming to Become Education Minister

Dr. Aliza Bloch, former mayor of Beit Shemesh, has declared her intention to run for the Knesset, although she has not yet decided under which political framework she will compete. Bloch outlined a political agenda focused on education reform, reducing social gaps, and investing in Israel's periphery. In an interview with ynet, she stated her goal is to become the Minister of Education.

Bloch emphasized the neglected state of Israel's education system, saying, "Education is the foundation of security, the economy, equality in burden sharing, and national resilience." She highlighted the growing disparities and the impact on future generations. Drawing from her recent experience in northern Israel, particularly in Kiryat Shmona where she has been actively involved in post-war educational rehabilitation, Bloch stressed the need for genuine investment in peripheral areas, starting with education.

Serving as Beit Shemesh's mayor from 2018 to 2024, Bloch was the city's first female mayor and focused on bridging diverse communities and promoting education and urban development. Even before her political career, she was associated with education, and she has continued to engage in educational and regional rehabilitation efforts after leaving office. During the recent war, she relocated to Kiryat Shmona to participate in initiatives aimed at rebuilding the north's education system.