Journalist Chaim Levinson: Netanyahu Lost a Referendum
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Journalist Chaim Levinson stated that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lost a "referendum" on his government, despite shifts in election projections. Levinson argued that Netanyahu's bloc, initially projected for 68 mandates, was set to win around 53-55. He urged the opposition to form a government, regardless of its size, as the public had made its choice. Levinson is a well-known critic of Netanyahu with a long career in Israeli media.
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- Journalist Chaim Levinson declared Prime Minister Netanyahu lost a "referendum" on his government.
- Netanyahu's bloc projected to win 53-55 mandates, down from initial 68 projections.
- Levinson urged opposition to form a government, stating the public made its choice.
- He dismissed unity government possibility, citing Netanyahu's ties to Ben-Gvir and Smotrich.
- Levinson is a prominent Israeli journalist known for his criticism of Netanyahu.
Following a dramatic night of election results, Israeli journalist Chaim Levinson commented on the unfolding political situation, urging supporters of the opposition to avoid despair. Levinson, known for his sharp criticism of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, posted on X (formerly Twitter) that despite initial projections favoring the opposition, the final results showed a significant shift.
Levinson stated that Netanyahu's bloc, which initially appeared to have secured 68 mandates in early projections, was now projected to win between 53 and 55 mandates. He dismissed the possibility of a unity government, arguing that Netanyahu would never separate from figures like Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich. Levinson suggested that Netanyahu's strategy involved repeatedly invoking Hamas and terrorism to intimidate rivals like Gadi Eisenkot.
Levinson called on political leaders and the heads of the opposition bloc to act decisively. He declared that Netanyahu had lost a "referendum" on his government and urged them to form a minority or majority government, stating that the people had made their choice. He concluded by saying that if the new government succeeds, it would be beneficial, but if not, it would be a failure, emphasizing that 64 to 66 mandates did not want another Netanyahu government.
Levinson has a long career as a prominent journalist, including 17 years at Haaretz, where he covered territories and settlers, served as a political correspondent, and wrote influential columns. He has also been a visible media personality, co-hosting "Ophira and Levinson" on Keshet 12, appearing on various current affairs programs, and hosting shows on 103fm radio. His sharp style, satire, and strong social media presence have established him as a notable critic of the government.
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