Avishay BSG (Ben-Sasson-Gordis)

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31 Ekim 2026 18:12

The full post on X is longer. Against the background of reports Netanyahu intends to start a war with Iran he says that until a government is sworn in he will only back military action against direct and immediate threats that cannot wait. Adds that he seeks to avoid another election. Me: Good.

Avishay BSG (Ben-Sasson-Gordis)

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31 Ekim 2026 18:12

Listen, the conditions are what they are, but they're actually within reach for at least some Arab parties since he doesn't insist on military service specifically. It's as much if not more of an ask for Jewish-Haredi parties.

Avishay BSG (Ben-Sasson-Gordis)

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31 Ekim 2026 18:11

I also like Jewish-democratic-liberal-egalitarian as a formulation that moves past the rote Jewish and democratic. It specifies what kind of democracy and as you include Jewish there, make sure to add three liberal qualifiers.

Haggai Elitzur

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30 Ekim 2026 14:36

Right, it does take time. Though the process of "look, we're actually doing stuff you want" has to be good for convincing people they can get things done, as well as countering Bibi's "relying on Arabs means we all die!" with "right now, today, it means accountability for Bibi and these crooks."

Avishay BSG (Ben-Sasson-Gordis)

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30 Ekim 2026 14:27

Before Shabbat: 1. Lieberman doubles down on refusing to swear in a government with support of “terror supporters” (Arab parties). No idea what the man wants. 2. Some of the info on Arab parties supposed bribes came from Netanyahu’s office. Influence op if I’ve ever seen one. 3. Vibes are still up