Report: PM Plans Leftist Coalition because of Obama

Arutz Sheva ^ | 14/1/13 | Annie Lubin

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....Netanyahu is expected to redefine his "natural partners" after the upcoming election, shifting from a nationalist government to a more leftist one.

The Ma'ariv newspaper quoted senior Likud members as saying that because of a need to focus on issues such as the economy and due to pressure that is expected to come from US President Barack Obama in regards to the peace process, Netanyahu is expected to shift his coalition more towards the center-left in an effort to build as broad a coalition as possible.

"Netanyahu would prefer to give up the religious parties, especially in light of the economic policy he would like to implement, which will include very severe cuts," said the Likud insiders. "With the ultra-Orthodox, he won't be able to reach an agreement."

According to the report, with a budget deficit of NIS 39 billion in 2012 and expected cuts of NIS 14 billion in 2013, the main issue in the upcoming Knesset will quickly shift to the economy and Netanyahu believes a coalition comprised of Yair Lapid, Tzipi Livni, and even Shaul Mofaz, assuming his Kadima party passes the threshold and gets seats in the next Knesset, will be best equipped to handle the tough economic policies that will need to be implemented.

"They are the first circle", explained the party officials. "In the second circle, and at a much reduced price, he will also offer the ultra-Orthodox and Naftali Bennett to join. But it will be at a funny cost, in a way that will make it clear to them that he is not really interested in them."

According to the report, Netanyahu fears that Jewish Home's Naftali Bennett will prevent him from making certain political moves in regard to negotiations with the Palestinian Authority and building in Judea and Samaria.

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The more the US Administration insults and isolates Israel, the more the swing to the RIGHT-WING inside Israel. The Left will makes some gains but the entire Israeli population is assessing many different events and areas in the Middle East and reaching her own conclusions - with the assistance of Iran, the entire Middle East has shifted to radical Islam.
Israel knows that Obama cannot be trusted (by anybody). Once again, the Americans are misreading the reality on the ground in that region and Israel knows now, more than ever, that she is alone and the SOLE determiner of her fate.
No, the Israelis know what's going on and will vote Right-wing in order to deal with the shifting realities. Like it or not, the more Obama shows his true dislike for Israel (Netanyahu), the more they will feel that they cannot rely on the US and will therefore, take UNILATERAL actions.
Why no anger at the PLO Palestinians for violating the Oslo Agreement by going to the UN for a Statehood recognition? Hmmm, no Obama critique to be found...

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http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/256478

Tekumah Confirms Ballot Union with Habayit Hayehudi
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Women should be seen, not heard, bothers me. BUT, I figure Zionist women like Women in Green have strong voices regardless, so if the merger gets them Zionist votes for Israel’s greater good, and diminishes the push to acquiesce to any falsestinian demands, GO FOR IT!.

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Try here. Won’t help that much because it’s individuals connected to Tehumah that bother me...but I’ll handle it.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Israeli_legislative_election,_2013

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Tracking back and found this.

http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/163825#.UOTG3DGcX20

“Jewish Home candidate Ayelet Shaked said on Wednesday night, ‘The Jewish Home has three women in the first 12 spots on its list, while the Likud has only one woman in these spots. We are the only party in Israel in which women were elected not because of spots reserved for women on the list, but because of their efforts and actions.’”
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If true, and I have no reason to doubt it, the list has already compensated for the few who are more extreme.

Israel’s political parties and the musical chairs can drive you crazy.

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Nope. Wouldn’t go there under any circumstance. It’s some of the statements and actions of some of their members outside of the elections. BUT, like I said, I’ll handle it if it means that more Zionists are elected, female or not. One thing at a time. Save Israel first.

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Netzach!