Demand for Right-Wing Broadcaster at Kan After Ayelet Hasson's Departure

Following the resignation of journalist Ayelet Hasson from the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation (Kan), Shai Glick, CEO of the Bezalmo organization, has written to Kan CEO Golan Yochpaz demanding the appointment of a new host with distinctly right-wing and conservative views. Glick argued in his letter that Hasson filled a unique niche as a right-wing, conservative, and national voice representing a significant portion of the Israeli public. He stated that her departure necessitates the network's commitment to pluralism and genuine diversity in public broadcasting.

Glick further criticized the temporary replacements for Hasson, citing journalist Chen Lieberman, who he claims is identified with the far-left and participates in events with individuals he describes as supporters of terrorism. He insisted that the network must ensure the continued representation of the right-wing public on air.

In addition to the demand for a right-wing replacement, Glick called for a strict and uniform policy against racist and offensive statements targeting soldiers, settlers, and Haredim (ultra-Orthodox Jews). He argued that Kan's stringent approach towards Hasson's statements should be applied equally to all broadcasters, regardless of their political stances. This policy, he stressed, should extend to all regular broadcasters, content creators, panelists, and even actors in Kan productions or acquired films, including freelancers and volunteers.

Glick concluded by emphasizing that the public broadcaster belongs to all citizens and cannot afford double standards or selective enforcement. He asserted that appointing a right-wing host to replace Hasson and establishing clear rules against harming soldiers, settlers, Haredim, and other sectors are essential for restoring public trust in Kan.