In response to a query by Shas MK Chaim Amsellem Wednesday, Education Minister Gideon Saar claimed that a politically incorrect educator who rejected the theory of evolution and global warming was not fired due to his views.
"[Education Ministry Chief Scientist] Dr. Gabi Avital was not fired for his views. He was fired during his trial period, after Ministry Director General Dr. Shoshani and myself came to the conclusion that he does not understand the nature of the role of the Chief Scientist in a government office, and thus is not suitable for the job."