Channel 13 Reporter Says He Was Labeled a Netanyahu Supporter
Channel 13 reporter Yuval Shegev stated he was labeled a "Bibi-ist" due to his views on a potential unity government. He believes this perception arose because he suggested forming such a government, even with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was not necessarily negative. Shegev argued that the surprise election results highlight the need for diverse media opinions, contrasting with a monotonous news cycle.
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- Channel 13 reporter Yuval Shegev says he was labeled a "Bibi-ist" for his views.
- Shegev believes his stance on a unity government led to the "Bibi-ist" label.
- He suggested that surprise election results show a need for diverse media opinions.
- Shegev argued that a monotonous news cycle is boring and unrealistic.
- He co-hosts a political podcast and covers the Knesset for Channel 13.
Yuval Shegev, a reporter for Channel 13 covering the Knesset and political affairs, stated that he has been perceived as a supporter of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Shegev explained that his views on the possibility of a unity government, excluding Arab parties, led viewers to believe he was a fervent supporter of Netanyahu. He expressed that his stance on this matter has sparked significant discussion.
Shegev shared that he was labeled a "Bibi-ist" (a term for a Netanyahu supporter) because he believes forming a unity government, even with Netanyahu, is not inherently negative. He suggested that the surprise surrounding recent election results, for both the public and journalists, indicates a need to hear diverse opinions. Shegev argued that a media landscape where all outlets present the same viewpoints is monotonous and fails to reflect reality.
Shegev began his career at Galei Tzahal (Army Radio) in 2018, covering crime and Jerusalem, and later health issues, including the COVID-19 pandemic. After his military service, he continued as a civilian reporter, becoming the political correspondent for the station, known for his political reporting and scoops. He also hosted programs on the Knesset Channel and co-hosts the political podcast "Shadow Rule" with Moria Asraf.
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