Yishar Candidate Sparks Outrage for Refusing to Praise Brothers in Arms
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Yishar party candidate Elisaf Peretz refused to praise the "Brothers in Arms" organization, sparking outrage. Left-wing activist Uri Kol criticized Peretz, calling him a "Bibi-ist" who may not withstand pressure. The incident occurred during a Yishar party event on Wednesday.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Yishar candidate Elisaf Peretz refused to praise Brothers in Arms activists.
- A video of the incident caused controversy on Wednesday.
- Left-wing activist Uri Kol criticized Peretz's refusal.
- Kol called Peretz a "Bibi-ist" who may not withstand pressure.
Elisaf Peretz, a candidate for the Yishar party led by Gadi Eisenkot, ignited controversy on Wednesday after a video circulated showing him refusing to praise activists from the "Brothers in Arms" organization. In the video, Peretz spoke about the heroism of the Israeli people following the October 7th attacks, noting its manifestation among both combat soldiers and civilian organizations providing aid. When a woman in the audience urged him to say something positive about "Brothers in Arms," Peretz responded, "You can say it, I will not." A commotion ensued as the woman persisted, but Peretz again refused to commend the group.
Left-wing activist Uri Kol criticized Peretz's stance, suggesting it could cost their bloc a mandate. "Based on reading about the man and just his statement yesterday about Brothers in Arms, I think Elisaf Peretz, at position 20 in Yishar, is our next Silman," Kol stated. He characterized Peretz as a "Bibi-ist" recruited to a centrist party, expressing doubt about his ability to withstand pressure. "When the pressures start on him, I don't think he will stand up to them. It's better to understand this now and not be surprised later," Kol added.
