National Organizations Urge Ofer Winter to Quit Knesset Race
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Leaders of several national organizations have called on Ofer Winter, chairman of the "Am Israel" party, to withdraw from the Knesset elections due to poor poll numbers. They warn that his candidacy could cost the right-wing bloc crucial votes, potentially leading to a left-wing government and undermining national security achievements. The signatories cited Winter's past commitments and urged him to prioritize national interests over personal political aspirations.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- National organization leaders urged Ofer Winter to quit the Knesset race, citing his party's low poll numbers.
- Signatories warned Winter's candidacy could cost the right-wing bloc votes and lead to a left-wing government.
- They expressed concern that a left-wing government would jeopardize Israel's security achievements.
- The leaders reminded Winter of his past commitments to national unity and decisive action.
- They implored him to prioritize national security over personal political ambitions.
Several prominent leaders of key national organizations have penned a sharp letter to Ofer Winter, chairman of the "Am Israel" party, urging him to withdraw from the upcoming Knesset elections. The appeal comes in response to recent polls indicating that Winter's party is failing to cross the electoral threshold.
The signatories warned that Winter's continued participation could lead to the loss of tens of thousands of votes for the national camp, potentially jeopardizing the continued rule of the right-wing bloc. They expressed concern that such a scenario could endanger Israel's security achievements and lead to the formation of a left-wing government, which they believe would undermine the war's gains and pose an existential threat to the Jewish people.
The letter was signed by Meir Deutsch, CEO of the Regavim organization; Yehoshua Shani, a bereaved father and founder of the Gvura Forum; Kfir Zer, chairman of the War Wounded Forum; Beraleh Krumby, chairman of the Tkuma movement; and Gilad Ach, chairman of the Victory Generation reservists.
The leaders reminded Winter of his past commitment to national unity and his pledge not to harm the right-wing's chances. They highlighted his previous stance on decisive military action and holding enemies accountable, referencing security successes in the north, south, and Iran. "Israel's security is not a matter for gambling," they stated, imploring him to prioritize the nation's welfare over personal political ambitions, as he did during his military service.
The letter concluded with an urgent plea for Winter to demonstrate responsibility and withdraw from the race while it is still possible, to avoid bringing shame upon himself and disaster upon the nation.
Mentioned
