Legally Disabled MK Swears Allegiance Standing on Prosthetics
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Elisha Madan, a Likud Member of Knesset who lost both legs in Gaza three years ago, took his oath of office while standing on prosthetics. He recited the pledge of allegiance to Israel despite pain and bleeding, earning applause from fellow lawmakers. Madan's act symbolized his commitment to his duties and the nation.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- MK Elisha Madan took his oath of office while standing on prosthetic legs.
- Madan lost both legs three years ago during combat in the Gaza Strip.
- He recited the pledge of allegiance to Israel despite pain and bleeding.
- Fellow Knesset members applauded Madan's symbolic act of commitment.
- Madan represents the Likud party in the Knesset.
Elisha Madan, a Member of Knesset who lost both legs during combat operations in the Gaza Strip three years ago, took his oath of office while standing on prosthetic legs. Madan, representing the Likud party, recited the legally mandated phrase, "I pledge," affirming his commitment to the State of Israel and his duties as a lawmaker. His fellow Knesset members rose and applauded his act. Madan had previously stated his intention to take the oath while standing, despite experiencing pain and ongoing bleeding. He explained his decision, "I decided that when I swear allegiance to the Knesset and the people of Israel, I will stand on my own two feet. I will do this despite the pain, the ongoing bleeding, and the uncertainty of my medical condition."
