Liberman is ready. Israel has a choice!
An opinion column argues why Avigdor Liberman is a suitable candidate for the post of Prime Minister of Israel. The author lists his experience as Minister of Defense, Finance, and Foreign Affairs, as well as his resignation in 2018 due to disagreement with the ceasefire policy towards Hamas. It is argued that after October 7, the country needs an "uncomfortable" prime minister capable of making decisions, not just holding onto power.
An opinion column on the Cursor Info website presents a detailed argument in favor of Avigdor Liberman's candidacy for Prime Minister of Israel. The author begins with the thesis that the premiership is a job, not a popularity contest, and moves on to Liberman's qualifications. His more than 25 years of experience in big politics are listed: Minister of Defense, Finance, Foreign Affairs, and participation in the security cabinet. Specific achievements mentioned include a multi-year program for the defense of the North worth 5 billion shekels, approved in 2018, and US approval of $705 million for missile defense systems. It is noted that as Finance Minister, Liberman passed budgets for 2021-2022 through the Knesset after three and a half years without an approved budget. The key argument is Liberman's resignation as Defense Minister in November 2018 due to disagreement with the ceasefire with Hamas. The author presents this as proof that the position is not an end in itself for him. After October 7, the article argues, Israel needs not a "convenient" politician, but a person capable of making unpopular decisions. Liberman is described as an "uncomfortable partner," which is an asset for a prime minister. The article concludes with a call to abandon the search for a "new Netanyahu" and move to a model with less cult of personality and more state work.