Naftali Bennett

Artists Blast 'Non-Democratic' Ban on Pro-Terror Play

Slamming Bennett and Regev for sanctions against Israeli-Arab theaters, group of artists promise to fight censorship.

Culture Committee Furious at Cut in Funding for Pro-Terror Play

'We won't be rubber stamp for the Minister's decisions,' committee asserts after Bennett removes terror-inspired play from its repertoire.

Livni Defends Actor Who Boycotted 'Settlement'

Zionist Union MK blasts Culture Minister who threatened action against the Arab actor.

'Terror Play' Saga Continues

Victim's Family Demand Their Voice be Heard

Family of Moshe Tamam push to attend emergency meeting on freedom of speech, after Bennett cut funding for play on Tamam's killer.

Bennett to Liberman: Stop the Nonsense, Join the Coalition

Jewish Home chairman urges Yisrael Beytenu head to “stop the nonsense” and join the coalition.

Bennett Cuts Funding For Terror-Glorifying Play

Education Minister makes good on threats to cut funding to play glorifying murderer of IDF soldier at Arab theater in Haifa.

Bennett: Do Not Hand Over More Territory

Education Min. opens up about reforms and thoughts on renewed Gaza fire, but refuses to disclose if he will support student trips to Hevron.

Bennett: Boycott the Boycotters

Education Minister warns those trying to boycott Israel that "the boycott is a double edged sword".

Bennett: The World Needs to Recognize the Golan is Ours

Education Minister Naftali Bennett on Sunday announced his new plan to ensure Israel's security.

Bennett to Israelis: Don't Drop Orange Cellphone Service

Education Minister Naftali Bennett urged Israelis not to drop their service with Orange, despite its CEO's desire to 'dump' Israel.

Family Fights Release of Terrorist Glorified in Haifa Play

Members of the Tamam family discovered that Walid Daka, the terrorist glorified in the play 'A Parallel Time," is seeking early release.

Bennett: Children Will Not See Terror Glorified Under My Watch

Responding to reports the theater committee will disobey him, Bennett threatens to remove terrorist play from the Culture Basket himself.

Students Hold 'Unity Day' in Memory of the Three Teens

Yeshiva students run memorial service, open dialogue with secular peers across Israel to honor memories of Eyal, Gilad, and Naftali.

Bennett Visits Arab School Despite Threats

Leaflets in Arabic fail to deter Education Minister, who notes Israel is 'the only country in the world where a 5 year-old has seen 2 wars.'

Arab Town Cries 'Racist' in Protest Against Bennett

Education Minister Naftali Bennett scheduled to visit Arab town's elementary school during war drill, Arabic leaflets say he is not welcome.

Bennett: Remove Terrorist Play from Culture Basket

Education Minister orders ministry's theater committee to discuss a new play depicting life story of convicted terrorist.

Herzog Uses Unity Platform to Attack Bennett

Labor and Jewish Home chairmen attend lesson devoted to national unity, but Herzog slams Bennett anyways.

Bennett: Annex Area C, Or 'Agree to Disagree'

In a wide-ranging Washington Post interview , Education Minister Naftali Bennett presented his views on the future of Judea and Samaria.

Bennett: I Will Represent Rabbi Riskin, if Needed

Education Minister Naftali Bennett slammed attempts to unseat Rabbi Shlomo Riskin as Efrat chief rabbi as 'unacceptable.'

15 years since the retreat

Bennett Hints 2000 Retreat from Lebanon Was Wrong

At 15-year anniversary of IDF retreat, Bennett notes Hezbollah was on defensive, now threatens all of Israel.

Bennett: A Narrow Government Can Also be a Unity Government

Jewish Home chairman vows to work 'shoulder to shoulder' with other parties and ministers 'for the good of Israel.'

Bennett Vows: Tzohar Law Will Not be Repealed

Amid rumors of repeal, Bennett assures constituents that law allowing couples to register for license where they wish will remain in place.

Bennett Insists: Shuli Muallem Returning to Knesset

As part of coalition deal with Likud, Shaked will resign as MK, only serving as minister, making way for Shuli Muallem to return to Knesset.

Final Deal Signed Between Likud and Jewish Home

After 'sleepless' night of talks between Likud and Jewish Home, a final deal has been signed.

Jewish Home Deal 'Historic' Says Party Director

The new deal between Jewish Home and the Likud is a 'historic achievement for Religious Zionism,' said party director Nir Orbach.

Netanyahu: 61 is Good, and 61 Plus is Even Better

Netanyahu, Bennett welcome agreement that will enable the establishment of a coalition with 61 MKs.

Daniela Weiss: Shaked Will 'Make Order' in Justice Ministry

Ayelet Shaked, says activist Daniella Weiss, is the right person in the right place at the right time to serve as Justice Minister.

Zero hour ultimatum

Bennett Demands: Justice Ministry or Opposition

Bennett in last minute demand that Shaked be made justice minister; Likud sources say 'lust for portfolios canceling right-wing govt.'

Report: Netanyahu Refuses to Give Jewish Home Foreign Ministry

Likud sources say Bennett offered Justice Ministry instead; all talks have ground to a halt.

Report: Jewish Home to Demand Foreign Ministry

After Yisrael Beytenu backs out of talks, Jewish Home reportedly weighing demanding the Foreign Ministry ahead of deadline.

With Liberman Gone, Who Will Become Foreign Minister?

In past, Minister Erdan and Jewish Home head Bennett were desirous for foreign portfolio, now Steinitz and Hanegbi throw hats into ring.

Analysis

Liberman's Gambit: Stroke of Genius or Political Suicide?

By announcing he won't join the coalition, Liberman is throwing down the gauntlet to Likud and Jewish Home - but it's a risky move.

Bennett Calls for 'Soul Searching' at Ethiopian Rally

Jewish Home chairman says that all of Israeli society needs to do some soul searching in the wake of discrimination against Ethiopians.

New Possible Jewish Home Demand: Outpost Law

Central Committee sends urgent letter to Bennett, calls for Outpost Law to become coalition demand to save towns in Judea and Samaria.

Ofra Residents Turn to Jewish Home: Save Our Community

Frustrated residents plea to Naftali Bennett to stand up for the rights of Judea-Samaria in coalition talks ahead of demolition order.

Yisrael Beytenu Again Demands Israel Finish Off Hamas

Yisrael Beytenu demands that Israel's new government make it a strategic objective to remove Hamas from its position as ruler of Gaza.

Rabbi Rontzki: Why Are Israelis Looking for G-d in India?

On a trek in the Far East, Rabbi Avihai Rontzki is coming face to face with Israelis' spiritual thirst.

Bennett to Receive Diaspora Affairs Ministry

Incremental progress made in coalition talks, hours after Bennett also reportedly given Education Ministry.

Confirmed: Netanyahu to Appoint Bennett Education Minister

After coalition crisis as Jewish Home walks out of talks, Likud tells party its request for education portfolio will be granted.

Coalition drama

Jewish Home Anger: If Bibi Doesn't Want Us, Let's Turn to Buji

After cutting off talks with PM, Jewish Home MKs vent their fury at Likud for 'taking us for granted'; 'We're not in Likud's back pocket'.

Likud MKs Irked by Possibility of Bennett as Education Minister

Senior Likud sources express fury at PM for giving Jewish Home's Bennett the Education Ministry and overlooking veteran Likud MKs.

Jewish Home to Bennett: Don't Give Up Religious Affairs Ministry

Jewish Home council members and deputy mayors are calling on Naftali Bennett to keep pushing for the religious affairs ministry.

Ex-Meretz Education Minister 'Disgusted' by Bennett Appointment

Sarid complains that 'extremist' Bennett appears headed for education ministry, claims he'll build Temple Mount yeshiva.

Galon: Bennett as Education Minister is 'Dangerous'

Meretz head warns against appointing Bennett as Education Minister, threatens to "drive him crazy".

Poll: Religious Zionists Want Jewish Home to Take Education

A poll shows that religious Zionist voters prefer to see Bennett as Education Minister.

Jewish Home MK: Coalition Deal is Good for Us, for Israel

Education Minister perhaps even more important than Foreign Minister, claims MK Yinon Magal as coalition coalesces.

Arutz Sheva Interview

Shaked: Bennett Will Turn Education Ministry into Top Post

Jewish Home faction chair Ayelet Shaked talks coalition negotiations and Bennett's switch from foreign affairs portfolio to education.

Magal: Bennett Fell in Love with the Education Ministry

Jewish Home MK Yinon Magal explains Bennett's decision to give up on foreign affairs portfolio and ask for education, instead.

Bennett Wants the Education Ministry

Jewish Home Chairman asks Prime Minister for the Education portfolio. Earlier reports said he would be named Strategic Affairs Minister.

Bennett: We Won't Forgive Nations that Sanctify Terrorists

Jewish Home chairman participates in ceremony in Jerusalem honoring Memorial Day.

Mourning 'One of the Greatest Rabbis in Our Generation'

Politicians, including former students, eulogize leading religious Zionist Rabbi Lichtenstein.

Bennett Threatens to Stop Coalition Talks with Likud

Jewish Home chairman says his party will end coalition negotiations if Shas is given the Religious Affairs Ministry.

One year later

Bennett: Shelly Dadon's Murderer the Same as Iran

Both wanted to kill Jews for being Jews, Bennett stresses at memorial service, and Israel must say 'no' to both.

Report: Jewish Home Seeks to Limit Bennett's Power

Discussion of Jewish Home branch heads shows deep unrest in party following election drop, anger targeted at chairman Naftali Bennett.

Implications for Iran?

Bennett May Receive Intelligence Portfolio

Netanyahu looks ready to present Rivlin with rough outline of government as he seeks two-week extension to form a coalition.

Netanyahu, Bennett to Meet for Coalition Talks After Impasse

Jewish Home reportedly to receive Economy, Strategic Affairs, Agriculture portfolios; MK Ayelet Shaked may gain a portfolio as well.

Analysis

What Next for the Jewish Home and Naftali Bennett?

After a disappointing election which left Bennett fighting for his place in the gov't, can the party bounce back? One insider thinks so.

Broken promise

Expose: Netanyahu Promised Bennett Defense Ministry

Explosive report claims Netanyahu promised coveted position in return for support for early elections - then promptly reneged on his pledge.

Bennett: Some Progress Made in Talks with Likud

Jewish Home chair says while headway has been made on some issues, more negotiations are needed over construction and Jewish State Law.

Jewish Home: Netanyahu Still Giving Us 'Runaround'

A source in Jewish Home says it appears that Likud wants a government with its “natural allies” - but not with Jewish Home.