Ofer Winter Launches 'Amcha Israel' Party with Security and Public Figures for Knesset Run

Retired Brigadier General Ofer Winter officially launched his new political party, "Amcha Israel," presenting a diverse list of candidates for the upcoming Knesset elections. The party's roster includes security veterans, legal experts, public activists, and media personalities, aiming to address national security, settlement support, education, and social solidarity.

Key figures on the list include Yossef Hadad, placed second, an Arab-Israeli Christian and IDF Golani Brigade veteran focused on Israeli advocacy and national unity. David Ben-Zion, deputy head of the Shomron Regional Council and a reserve paratrooper with extensive combat experience since October 7, also joined, emphasizing strengthening settlements and mutual responsibility in Israeli society.

Other notable candidates are attorney Eran Ben Ari, a former state prosecutor and legal reform advocate; retired Colonel Eli Gino, former commander in the Givati Brigade who served alongside Winter; journalist Netali Shem Tov, who evacuated from Metula during the recent conflict; and former Jerusalem deputy mayor and lawyer Fler Hassan-Nahum. Sigal Kraunik-Atia, widow of fallen combat soldier Arik Kraunik, joined to represent the communities affected by recent hostilities.

The party also includes economist Ronen Bodenro, a reserve officer and health economist, and Aviv Ezra, founder of the "Generation of Victory" movement and a reserve combat soldier. Leli Deri, mother of a fallen soldier from Gaza, brings her activism on recruitment and social unity to the list.

Winter outlined the party's political vision during the launch, emphasizing a commitment to national security and societal cohesion. Despite the formal launch, a recent Channel 14 poll shows the party currently polling at 2.1%, below the electoral threshold needed to enter the Knesset.