Lieberman Pledges to Return Israel to 'Right Path' With Merit-Based Government
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, is campaigning on a platform to establish a "Zionist and liberal" government that prioritizes national service and fair taxation. He criticizes the current government for enabling draft dodgers and increasing the cost of living. Lieberman promises universal conscription, decisive action against enemies, and economic reforms, vowing to form a government of only Zionist parties if elected.
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- Avigdor Lieberman vows to establish a "Zionist and liberal" government prioritizing national service.
- He criticizes the current government for enabling draft dodgers and increasing the cost of living.
- Lieberman's platform includes universal conscription and decisive action against enemies.
- He promises economic reforms rewarding workers, soldiers, and taxpayers.
- Yisrael Beiteinu advocates for "100% for those who serve, 0% for draft dodgers."
- Lieberman pledges to limit prime ministerial terms and enact a constitution.
Avigdor Lieberman, chairman of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, has outlined his vision for Israel's future, vowing to establish a "Zionist and liberal" government that prioritizes those who serve and contribute to the nation. He criticized the current government as one of "draft dodgers" and blamed it for the high cost of living and a loss of governance.
Lieberman stated that his party is the only right-wing party with a clear platform: universal conscription, decisive action against enemies, national sovereignty, and an economy that rewards workers, soldiers, and taxpayers. His core principle is "100% for those who serve, 0% for draft dodgers," asserting that individuals who do not enlist should not receive state funding.
Drawing on his past experience as Minister of Defense, Finance Minister, and Foreign Minister, Lieberman highlighted his achievements, including promoting northern missile defense systems, developing laser missile interception technology, and increasing soldiers' living allowances. As Finance Minister, he also raised pensions for the elderly and increased annual grants for Holocaust survivors.
Lieberman promised that if elected, he would immediately form a government composed solely of Zionist parties. This government would implement a universal draft law, establish a state inquiry commission, limit the Prime Minister's term to two terms, and enact a constitution for Israel. He also pledged to abolish coalition funds, redirect public money to beneficial projects, enable public transportation on Saturdays according to local character, allow civil marriage, and end religious coercion, advocating for a "live and let live" approach to return Israel to the "right path."
