Model Rotem Sela Endorses Gadi Eisenkot Ahead of Election
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
Model and presenter Rotem Sela publicly endorsed Gadi Eisenkot in a video posted the day before the elections, urging her followers to vote for him. Sela expressed her belief that Eisenkot's victory would lead to a decisive outcome and a "change government." She cited security concerns and the need for a new, trustworthy leader as key reasons for her endorsement, calling for a broad coalition.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Model Rotem Sela endorsed Gadi Eisenkot in a video released just before the election.
- Sela urged followers to unite behind Eisenkot for a clear electoral victory.
- She envisioned Eisenkot's list winning 25-26 seats in the election.
- Sela cited security and the need for a new, trustworthy leader.
- She called for a broad coalition government with partners like Naftali Bennett.
Just under 24 hours before polls open, Israeli model and presenter Rotem Sela broke her silence by posting a video on her social media endorsing Gadi Eisenkot for the upcoming elections. Sela urged her followers to unite behind Eisenkot for a clear electoral victory.
In the video, Sela shared her own indecision about who to vote for, admitting she had been contemplating the choice until recently. She then asked viewers to imagine election night, with news anchor Yonit Levy announcing the results. Sela envisioned a scenario where a new ruling party wins decisively, with the Likud party securing 19 seats and Eisenkot's list gaining 25-26 mandates, representing a "true victory that leaves no room for doubt."
Sela explained her decision to publicly endorse Eisenkot now, stating that while she respects other candidates, a decisive win for Eisenkot is necessary. She believes this outcome would facilitate the formation of a broad coalition government with additional partners, including Naftali Bennett and his party, whom she also admires. She described this as a "double victory," leading to an "excellent change government" with a "new and worthy prime minister."
Concluding with a security and values-based argument, Sela called on the public to vote. She stated that voting for Eisenkot sends a clear message that Israel desires a new, trustworthy leader, especially concerning national security and the protection of soldiers. She urged citizens to vote and meet at the ballot box the following day.
