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Netanyahu May Need to Emulate Theodore Roosevelt's Exit to Save Likud
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is being compared to former US President Theodore Roosevelt, who stepped aside to ensure his party's continued power. As Gadi Eisenkot negotiates to form a new government, Netanyahu faces a potential choice: remain leader and risk opposition, or step down to allow Likud to govern. This decision could define his legacy, potentially enabling a broad government and securing his party's future.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Benjamin Netanyahu may need to step aside for Likud to remain in power, mirroring Theodore Roosevelt's actions.
- Theodore Roosevelt endorsed William Howard Taft, keeping Republicans in the White House after 1908.
- Former MK Avishay Braverman previously called Roosevelt Netanyahu's 'cultural hero'.
- Gadi Eisenkot is currently negotiating to form Israel's next government.
- Netanyahu's potential departure could prevent a left-wing government dependent on Arab parties.
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