"The public isn't stupid": Bardugo in first interview since being placed on Likud list

Yaakov Bardugo, who was placed 11th on the Likud list for the Knesset, is being interviewed tonight for the first time since his move from media to politics. In an interview with Shimon Riklin, he explains his decision to leave his commentator position, addresses critics, and says: "The public isn't stupid." The full interview will air tonight on the program "In Riklin's Sukkah" on Channel 14.

Yaakov Bardugo, former Channel 14 commentator, is being interviewed tonight for the first time since being placed 11th on the Likud list for the Knesset. In an exclusive interview with Shimon Riklin on the program "In Riklin's Sukkah," Bardugo explains his transition from media to politics, after years as one of the channel's most recognizable voices. He says: "The public isn't stupid," and addresses his critics. Bardugo was placed on the list by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the beginning of the month. The interview will air tonight immediately after "The Patriots."