Minister Karai Attacks Ofer Winter, Sparking Fierce Response
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Communications Minister Shlomo Karai attacked Ofer Winter, accusing his party of wasting right-wing votes. The "Am Israel" party fiercely responded, accusing Karai of incitement and defending Winter's right-wing credentials and military service. The party warned that Karai's statements alienate right-wing voters and highlighted past desires to include Winter in the Likud leadership.
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- Minister Shlomo Karai criticized Ofer Winter's party for wasting right-wing votes.
- The "Am Israel" party accused Karai of incitement and defended Winter.
- "Am Israel" highlighted Winter's military service and past Likud interest.
- The party warned Karai's attacks alienate right-wing voters.
- "Am Israel" called for new, clean individuals in Israeli politics.
Communications Minister Shlomo Karai has publicly criticized Ofer Winter, accusing his party of wasting right-wing votes. The "Am Israel" party responded sharply to Karai's remarks, accusing the minister of incitement and recalling past efforts to bring Winter into the Likud party's leadership.
"Am Israel" defended Winter, emphasizing his military and political background. The party stated that Winter has paid a heavy price for his views during his military service and does not need to prove his right-wing credentials to anyone, especially not to Karai or other Likud list members who they claim are partners in these "despicable attacks." The party also defended Yosef Haddad, calling him a "Hero of Israel" who was wounded in military service and has fought for Israel globally.
The party asserted that the public rejects such statements and does not believe the slander against Winter, for whom there was once a strong desire to reserve a top spot in Likud. They also highlighted Haddad's service and dedication.
"Am Israel" warned that Karai's attacks could have negative consequences for the entire right-wing bloc, causing disgust and alienating voters. They urged Karai and his associates to focus on constructive actions for the Israeli people rather than engaging in "despicable statements, nonsense, and slander." The party concluded that such remarks further illustrate the need for new and clean individuals in Israeli politics.
