 Meretz chief: Rabin's murder saved Netanyahu's political career'Netanyahu didn't pull the trigger,' says Gal-On, 'but he stirred the demons that led to the murder.' The far-left comes to AmonaRepresentatives of Peace Now and Meretz tour the Binyamin community of Amona, which they claim is 'stolen land.' Which MKs are promoting individual liberty?Liberty Index ranks the Knesset parties and MKs, revealing who is protecting personal liberty from government intrusion - and who is not. Zionist union collapses to lowest level in pollOpposition party would lose two thirds of this strength in elections, drop from 24 to just 8 seats, lowest level for Labor in history. 'You only shout when it comes to helping haredim'The opposition raged over a new bill that allots 1,040 shekels a month to needy Torah students with families. Rabbi Druckman: It's pure libelRabbi Haim Druckman applauds the strengthening religious establishment, in light of the media storm surrounding IDF Chief Rabbi Eyal Karim Meretz condemns liberation of JerusalemFar-left party calls for end to 'occupation' of Jerusalem, condemns Jerusalem Day while wishing Muslims 'Happy Ramadan.' Meretz uniting with Arab anti-Zionists?Members of left-wing Meretz party march with Joint List activists, declare new 'Democratic Camp' to fight government. Meretz removes call to boycott Kosher restaurantFollowing public outrage, left-wing political party removes call to boycott of kosher restaurant from its facebook page. Council member calls to boycott kosher restaurantMember of Ra'anana city council calls for boycott against restaurant that now keeps kosher, closes on Shabbat. TAU allows Breaking the Silence, bans LikudIn surprising move, Tel Aviv University permits Breaking the Silence, Meretz event, but refuses permission for Likud, Im Tirtzu protest. Galon Removed from Knesset After Insulting MK GalMeretz chairwoman refers to MK Sharon Gal as "messed up", is removed from plenum. The Left Versus... The LeftMeretz chairman Zehava Galon refuses to participate with Zionist Union, Yesh Atid after latter two skip critical vote. Business Owners: BDS to Harm Palestinians MostThousands of Palestinians will be left jobless due to 'settlement labeling' bill. Meretz: business owners' protest is a 'terrorist act.' Prisoner Force-Feeding Bill Passes First HurdleThe government authorized for legislation a bill that would allow prisons to force-feed security prisoners who go on a hunger strike. Meretz Judea-Samaria Bill 'Will Only Harm Arabs'Efrat mayor slams Meretz bill to label Judea-Samaria products, warns of economic disaster for Arabs and 'boomerang.' Danon Blasts Bill to Label 'Settlement' ProductsScience Minister vows to fight proposed legislation that would have Israel place labels on products from Judea and Samaria. Netanyahu Slams Meretz 'Settlement Labeling' BillEnemy within? PM 'surprised' that despite unified effort to defend against global boycotts, leftist party trying to push BDS bill in Israel. Zionist Union Warns: Opposition Lacks CohesionZionist Union sources say divide between Yisrael Beytenu and Joint Arab List may be too deep for opposition to make any real traction. Knesset Storm as Leftists, Nationalists ClashMK Sharon Gal removed by ushers for shouting down Meretz MKs as 'traitors, criminals' for reading out leftist NGO's 'IDF war crimes' claims. Did Meretz Collect Illegal Campaign Funds?Report claims Meretz forced workers to donate their salaries on elections day in both 2013, 2015; nationalists take action. Lawsuits on Leftist 'Settlement Boycott' GroupsLegal Forum for Israel says after High Court ruling requiring boycotters to compensate, it is preparing legal fusillade. Meretz MK Moves to Ban MKs from Driving on ShabbatMK Tamar Zandberg says bill proposal is response to Transport Minister Yisrael Katz's prevention of public transport on Shabbat. Katz: Leftist Clamoring for Shabbat BusesThere will be no public transportation on Shabbat, Transport Minister Yisrael Katz said Wednesday. Meretz Website Hijacked by Pro-Palestinian HackersTargeting 'Zionisme' and 'israhell,' pro-Palestinian hacker AnonGhost attacks website of left-wing Meretz party on Saturday night. Galon Returns to Politics After One Day RetirementAfter it appears Meretz has jumped up to five mandates, Chair Zehava Galon announced she will return after stepping down Wednesday. Latest Count: Likud at Thirty, Meretz Gains OneCounting votes has almost finished and the the Central Elections Committee will release final results by Thursday afternoon. Galon's Replacement Calls to Retract Resignation'A difficult morning for the left,' admits MK Zandberg, urging Meretz head to take back her resignation after party just gets four seats. Right, Meretz Concerned Over Arab List StrengthLeaders of the Joint List are canvassing homes in Arab towns, driving voters to the polls in order to garner support for the party. Meretz MK: Without Us, Herzog Won't Have CoalitionMK Tamar Zandberg says that a vote for the "Zionist Union" instead of Meretz goes toward a right-wing government. Litzman Says 'Yes' to Meretz but 'No' to LapidUnited Torah Judaism MK will not rule out joining a Labor-led coalition, but says Lapid should "sit in the opposition for one term." 30,000 Flood Leftist Pre-Elections RallyMeretz, Labor reps attend; former Mossad Chief Meir Dagan: under Netanyahu, Israel was 'stuck.' Meretz, Labor Sign Surplus Vote AgreementExtra votes could see additional seats for the Left - and save Meretz from falling off the map.Galon: I'd Make a Great Education MinisterMeretz chairwoman tells voters she thinks she would be a good choice to serve as Education Minister in the next government.Meretz Hits New Lows in Latest Elections PollsYachad-Ha'am Itanu pulls ahead of the far-left as Meretz is now barely passing the threshold. Far-Left Meretz Party Scared of Being Left OutParty worried as Labor-Hatnua union steals its thunder in targeting Netanyahu, dropping polls hint at possible threshold blockage. Meretz MK: I Loved Orbach DearlyMeretz MK Ilan Gilon says goodbye to Minister Uri Orbach, a close friend of his despite the political differences between them.Meretz Slams Livni, Calls Her 'Closet Rightist'As polls continue to show Meretz weakening, the party has decided to attack its fellow travelers on the left. CEC Rejects Petition Against Yisrael BeytenuCentral Elections Committee chairman is uncomfortable with the party's platform - to move Israeli Arabs to the PA - but it is still legal. Poll: Public Thinks Newscasters Radical LeftistsNews presenters have unique position to shape public opinion - but what are their opinions? According to public: far left and radical left. Yesh Atid Shows Leftist ColorsFormer Science Minister Yesh Atid MK Yaakov Peri said Monday that Yesh Atid would sit in a coalition with far-left Meretz. Students Get to Meet 'Selected' Party ChiefsChosen parties include Kulanu, despite no current MKs, and Meretz (6 MKs) – while United Torah Judaism, with 7 MKs, not invited.Meretz Billboard Barred from Bnei BrakMeretz banner barred from display outside Ayalon Mall, on border of Ramat Gan and Bnei Brak, because it features a woman - Tzipi Livni. Mossi Raz is #6 on Meretz ListMossi Raz, who paid a condolence visit to the family of terrorist Ziad Abu Ein, placed in the #6 spot on the Meretz Knesset list. Meretz Primaries: 'New Faces to Defeat the Right'Central committee members vote for far-left Meretz's party list for 20th Knesset; expected to receive 5-6 seats in March elections. Liberman: 'No Chance' We'll Sit with MeretzForeign Minister throws cold water on Herzog's chances of forming a coalition.Lapid: a Liar, Hypocrite, or Simply Irresponsible?Meretz Chairwoman Zehava Gal-On goes on the warpath against Yesh Atid chairman Yair Lapid, accusing him of lying and irresponsibility. Meretz MK Nitzan Horowitz Bows OutMK Nitzan Horowitz (Meretz) announced Wednesday that he was quitting politics, joining other MKs who have announced the same in recent days.Ex-Meretz MK in Condolence Visit for Ziad Abu EinMeretz ex-MK and candidate, ex-Peace Now leader Mossi Raz visits terrorist turned PA minister's home, vows 'end of occupation.' Video: Meretz MK Vows Victory, Takes a TumbleMK Issawi Freij promises plenum government will be overturned March 17, but then overturns himself. Embattled Ex-Leftist Vents Fury in Knesset DebateSheffi Paz was a member of Meretz for 40 years. 'Now I won't go near you hypocrites,' she says in Knesset debate. Find out why. PA is 'Interested in Renewing Peace Talks'Senior PLO official tells leftists demand for '1967 borders' and Hamas unity not up for negotiation, threatens 'price for absence of peace.' Shulamit Aloni - Not Just a Civil Rights AdvocateFormer Minister of Education passes on, her legacy is the radical left Meretz party. Leftist Leader Shulamit Aloni Passes Away at 86Meretz Chairman and former Education Minister Shulamit Aloni passes away; funeral in Kfar Shmaryahu Sunday. Hareidi Party Allies with Meretz: ‘Not Right-Wing’Response to Bennett-Lapid? Hareidi party forms strong ties with the secularist, left-wing Meretz faction. Labor MK Repudiates Anti-Hareidi CampaignLabor party secretary Hilik Bar speaks out against ‘Stop Hareidization’ campaign in Jerusalem. Jerusalem Approves 942 New Jewish Homes?Meretz councilor says new homes have been approved in Gilo, which some leftists see as a “settlement.” |
