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Why Naftali Bennett Is the Ideal Choice for Israel's Next Prime Minister
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Writer Amotz Asa-El argues Naftali Bennett should be Israel's next prime minister, citing the upcoming election's focus on accountability for the autumn 2023 war. He criticizes the current government's failure to take responsibility and its administrative shortcomings. Asa-El dismisses other opposition candidates like Yair Golan and Avigdor Liberman as too impulsive, and while acknowledging Gadi Eisenkot, believes Bennett's experience and plans for national healing and unity make him the superior choice.
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- Writer Amotz Asa-El believes Naftali Bennett is the ideal candidate for Israel's next prime minister.
- The upcoming election on Oct. 27, 2026, will judge leaders on accountability, duty, and merit following the autumn 2023 war.
- The outgoing government is criticized for evading responsibility and failing to manage the war's home front challenges.
- Opposition candidates Yair Golan and Avigdor Liberman are deemed too impulsive for the top job.
- Naftali Bennett's experience and plans for national reform and unity are highlighted as key strengths.
- Gadi Eisenkot is also considered a viable option, but Bennett is ultimately favored.
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