Israel's President Calls for Full Probe into Election Integrity Scandal
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
President Isaac Herzog called for a thorough investigation and punishment for those involved in the "Ra'amgate" election integrity scandal. He spoke with the heads of the Central Elections Committee and the Shin Bet regarding the ongoing probe. Herzog also urged elected officials to prioritize the country's interests as they prepare for government formation consultations.
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- President Herzog demanded a full investigation and punishment for offenders in the "Ra'amgate" election scandal.
- Herzog spoke with the Chairman of the Central Elections Committee and the Head of the Shin Bet about the probe.
- The President stressed that election integrity is a supreme democratic value.
- He cautioned against blaming the entire Arab public due to the suspicions.
- Herzog expressed satisfaction with high voter turnout and urged leaders to prioritize the country's good.
President Isaac Herzog addressed the "Ra'amgate" affair, which involves suspicions of undermining election integrity, stating that those responsible must be investigated and punished to the fullest extent of the law. Herzog revealed he spoke with the Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, and the Head of the Shin Bet, David Zini, following developments in the investigation.
During an event honoring Jewish Federations of North America, Herzog emphasized that election integrity is a supreme value in democracy. He stressed the necessity of thoroughly investigating all evidence and suspicions, while also cautioning against blaming the entire Arab public for the alleged offenses. "But even at such a moment, one must refrain from stigmatizing an entire public that sought to exercise its right to vote and take an active part in democracy," he stated.
Herzog also expressed satisfaction with the high voter turnout in the recent elections, calling it a testament to the society's commitment to democracy. As consultations for forming the next government are set to begin next week, the President urged elected officials to prioritize the nation's welfare. "I say from here to everyone, to the public and its leaders ahead of the consultations next week, open your minds, open your hearts, and broaden your perspective," Herzog called, adding that the sole criterion should be "what is good for the country."
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