MK Gottlieb Declares Knesset Swearing-In a 'Day of Shame'

Member of Knesset Tali Gottlieb arrived at the Knesset building for the swearing-in of the 26th Knesset, stating that for her, it was not a festive occasion. Gottlieb, from the Otzma Yehudit party, explained she did not bring her family because she considers the presence of Arab lawmakers, whom she labeled "terror supporters," a "day of shame and disgrace." She described her attendance as a "political battle day" like a soldier on the front lines.

Gottlieb criticized Arab voters for electing representatives who do not recognize the Jewish character of Israel and seek to abolish the Nation-State Law. She expressed shame and stated she came to work, viewing the day as a political fight.

Addressing the possibility of a unity government, Gottlieb attacked Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, asserting he would never join a government with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. She claimed Eisenkot's sole political aim is to oust Netanyahu, even if it means aligning with "terror supporters."

Gottlieb also commented on the Haredi parties, noting they faced harsh criticism during the election campaign and urging them to stop capitulating to their detractors. She proposed forming a broad, right-wing Zionist government, suggesting leaders like Avigdor Lieberman and Naftali Bennett could be part of it. Gottlieb called on Lieberman to take action to revive his party's mandate, questioning the current political situation.