TV Host Threatens to Regret Voting for Eisenkot Over Potential Haredi Coalition
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Radio host Eyal Berkovich stated he would regret voting for Gadi Eisenkot if Eisenkot joined a "change bloc" government that included ultra-Orthodox parties refusing military service. Berkovich argued such a coalition would be a "shame" and vowed to oppose it vehemently. The debate occurred on 103fm radio, with co-host Erel Segal challenging Berkovich's stance. Berkovich later apologized for his harsh words.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Eyal Berkovich threatened to regret voting for Gadi Eisenkot if he joins a coalition with draft-evading Haredi parties.
- Berkovich called a potential coalition with non-serving Haredi parties a "shame" and "disgrace."
- The debate took place on radio 103fm between hosts Erel Segal and Eyal Berkovich.
- Berkovich vowed to "make Eisenkot's life hell" if he forms such a government.
- Berkovich later apologized on air for his strong statements.
A heated debate erupted on Israel's 103fm radio between hosts Erel Segal and Eyal Berkovich concerning the possibility of a "change bloc" government forming a coalition with ultra-Orthodox parties. Segal questioned Berkovich on how he would react if such a government were established, arguing that it would negate all efforts and outcry against draft evasion. Berkovich responded that if the ultra-Orthodox continue to refuse military service and the "change bloc" partners with them, it would be a profound shame. He expressed belief that this scenario would not occur, citing Gadi Eisenkot's prior statements against allying with those who do not serve. Berkovich declared that if Eisenkot were to join such a coalition, he would deeply regret his vote for him, stating he would "make Eisenkot's life hell" just as he had done with former Prime Minister Netanyahu. Berkovich later apologized on air for his strong remarks.
