No Quiet in 'The Democrats': Yair Golan Considers Reserving Slot for Einav Zangauker

A storm is brewing in the Democratic Party: Yair Golan is considering reserving a spot on the list for Einav Zangauker, mother of released hostage Matan Zangauker. List members fear the move will push other candidates down and claim her right-wing views don't fit the party. The party clarifies no decision has been made yet.

A storm erupted among members of the Democratic Party following a report in 'Hayom' that party leader Yair Golan is considering reserving a spot on the party list for Einav Zangauker, mother of released hostage Matan Zangauker. Golan has the right to reserve the second and tenth places on the list. List members and activists expressed dissatisfaction and concern, noting the move could push other candidates down without real electoral gain. One candidate claimed Zangauker previously described herself as a 'right-wing woman' and asked, 'Who knows what Bibi will offer her right after the elections to make her switch sides?' Another prominent candidate said he had not yet received official update from the faction. Another activist estimated Golan would make the move close to the list closing to minimize opposition. Another candidate warned that Ya'ir Pink and Moshe Radman, who might be affected, would not stay silent. The party claims the decision has not been made yet, and no response was given from the Democratic Party.