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Former PM Bennett Defends Young Candidate Amid Political Criticism
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First reported by Srugim · 6 hours ago
What happened
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett defended his decision to place young candidate Jonathan Shilo high on his Knesset list, citing Shilo's military service and advocacy for soldiers, while criticizing the current government's policies on military conscription.
- 01Bennett defended Jonathan Shilo's high Knesset list placement.
- 02He highlighted Shilo's age, military service, and advocacy.
- 03Bennett criticized the government's treatment of soldiers.
- 04He contrasted this with Haredi draft exemptions.
- 05Bennett expressed confidence in his diverse candidate list.
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