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Channel 13 Suspends Broadcaster Eyal Berkowitz Over Racist Remarks
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Channel 13 suspended broadcaster Eyal Berkowitz after he questioned Knesset member Ahmad Tibi's doctorate degree on air. The network stated that freedom of speech does not allow for racist statements, deeming Berkowitz's remarks unacceptable. He was suspended immediately following a discussion.
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- Channel 13 suspended broadcaster Eyal Berkowitz for questioning Knesset member Ahmad Tibi's doctorate.
- The network cited "racist statements" as grounds for the suspension.
- Channel 13 stated freedom of speech does not permit racist remarks.
- Berkowitz's comments were deemed unacceptable and against company values.
- The suspension was immediate following a discussion with Berkowitz.
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