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Right-Wing Backlash Erupts Over Likud Primary Results, Netanyahu Faces Criticism

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First reported by Srugim · 5 hours ago

What happened

The Likud primaries have provoked anger among right-wing voters due to Tali Gottlieb's low ranking and May Golan's exclusion, leading some to consider voting for other right-wing parties. Criticism also targeted veteran Likud members and Netanyahu's management of the list, highlighting internal divisions ahead of the elections.

  • 01Likud primary results sparked widespread right-wing criticism and disappointment on social media.
  • 02Tali Gottlieb was placed low on the list, and May Golan was excluded, fueling voter anger.
  • 03Some voters threatened to switch support to Otzma Yehudit or Zehut parties.
  • 04Criticism also targeted veteran Likud members for remaining on the list.
  • 05Netanyahu faced backlash for allegedly rigging the list against right-wing preferences.
  • 06The controversy highlights growing internal tensions within the right-wing camp before elections.

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Benjamin NetanyahuDavid BitanMickey Zohar
OrganizationsLikud, Otzma Yehudit, Zehut, C14
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Now 14Right · Hebrew25 minutes ago
Right-Wing Backlash Erupts Over Likud Primary Results, Netanyahu Faces Criticism
SrugimRight · Hebrew5 hours ago
Former Minister Limor Livnat Criticizes New Hardline Direction of Likud After Primaries

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