 Left speaks out against leftLeftists claim escalation in the north is a conspiracy by Netanyahu. Meretz chairwoman, of all people, condemns. Abbas to Meretz head: The Oslo Accords are deadPA chairman tells Zehava Galon the PA will demand a new mediator for peace talks following Trump's Jerusalem recognition. Tamar Zandberg to run for Meretz leadershipMeretz MK plans to run for leadership, says party's future should not depend on how many seats Labor receives. Meretz to hold open party primaries for the first time everFar-left party will now allow potential MKs to be selected through open primaries, in major win for Meretz head Zehava Galon. Leftist politicians blast GabbayPoliticians from the left criticize Zionist Union chairman, who said that the left has forgotten what it means to be Jewish. Meretz removes 'Zionism' from its platformLeft-wing party says it intentionally dropped the word 'Zionism,' as party with Jews and Arabs by definition cannot be Zionist. Meretz MK to quit KnessetMK Zehava Galon quits Knesset, says she wants to concentrate on reinvigorating Meretz, turning it into a home for all left-wing voters. Galon survives attempt to unseat herMost Meretz members vote to shorten Galon's term, but fail to come up with the required majority. 'I call on everyone to act responsibly and prevent elections'Education Minister Bennett calls on coalition members to prevent new elections which would 'harm Israel's economy.' Likud MK: What would happen if we boycotted an Arab product?Interior Affairs Committee head supports ban on entry of BDS activists, slams leftist MK for boycotting Judea and Samaria. Government to add 52 million NIS to yeshiva budgetGovernment adds money for growing yeshivas, Meretz MK blames government for 'burning' secular money.MK Zehava Galon: Rabbi Karim's affidavit is a 'victory'Meretz MK Zehava Galon sees Rabbi Eyal Karim's affidavit as a victory for her petition. Proposed law for 'financial violence'Minister Gila Gamliel endorses bill which would enable people to sue family members for 'financial violence' against them. MKs demand discussion of Barak's commentsMKs demand that former Prime Minister be summoned to explain his comments that Netanyahu caused serious harm to Israel's security. Committee votes to recognize Armenian genocideMK Zehava Galon pushes for official governement recognition after her committee passed a proposal to recognize the alleged WWI genocide. Meretz head attacks PM for praising coexistencePM calls to preserve coexistence in capital; Galon slams him for abandoning security and demands dividing the capital as the 'solution.' An open letter to Bernie Sanders from the Israeli leftIt would be a shame to let Bernie's talents go to waste on foreign soil. 'Reform is retreating and inflating its numbers'Tempers flare in Knesset over mikveh bill. Religious Services Minister: 'Judaism isn't theater.' MK Galon in rare attack on Arab MKsMeretz head says Arab MKs’ support for Hezbollah is ‘a moral low point,’ causing some to declare a ‘flying pig’ moment. Foreign Agents bill progresses in KnessetAmendment to NGO bill significantly expands disclosure requirements for organizations funded by foreign government. Law on 'infiltrators' passes first readingKnesset gives first approval to reducing illegal immigrants' time in holding facilities from 20 months to 12. Zehava Galon vows to convert to Islam, go to Gaza?Immediate outpouring of likes surpasses Meretz head's conditions to Zionist rapper for her leaving Israel for good - was it real? Im Tirzu video won't be probed for 'incitement'Deputy A-G throws out case against Im Tirzu clip, asserting no criminal investigation needed as video doesn't incite to violence. Liberman: Tell the truth - this is pure treasonAvigdor Liberman on left-wing organizations: "traitors." Zehava Galon responds: "It's absurd you're not in prison."Mystery: Who 'murdered' nine more women?Police say eight women were murdered by their partners in 2015. Why did MK Galon double the number and how is this connected to terrorism? New civics textbook approved, Galon goes lividEducation Ministry gives final approval to new text for school system; leftist MK slams 'war declaration against pluralism, secularism.'Galon: Lapid responsible if leftists attackedMeretz head Galon slams Yesh Atid's Lapid for slamming Breaking the Silence, says it could lead to bloodshed soon. Meretz trying to block video exposing EU 'agents'MK Galon calls Im Tirtzu's 'foreign agents' video 'warped and dangerous,' tells followers to complain to Facebook. Shaked speaks: 'Court not immune from criticism'After week of silence, Justice Minister addresses Supreme Court's decision to delay demolitions of terrorists' homes. Galon: destroying terrorists' homes 'ineffective'Far-left leader upholds controversial High Court decision to postpone deterrence measure, claims terrorists are protected under judiciary.Leftist MK Accuses PM of Whitewashing HitlerMeretz head Zehava Galon skewers PM's claim that Mufti convinced Hitler to annihilate the Jews, when he only meant to expel them. Lapid: 'Something Rotten' on the LeftYesh Atid chairman slams leftist politicians as 'disconnected' for trying to 'justify Palestinian actions at all costs.' 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. Galon: Netanyahu Spews Empty WordsMeretz chair argues Netanyahu has no interest in peace deal with Palestinians, calls his remarks about striving for peace 'hollow.' 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. Galon: Enough Sexist Comments Against ShakedMeretz chairwoman denounces recent sexist remarks against Jewish Home MK, promises to stand alongside her on such issues. MK Galon: New Gov't Sabotaging Future AccordAgreement with Jewish Home to make Judea and Samaria communities kosher will 'deepen Israel's isolation,' she warns.Galon: Netanyahu is Extreme Right's LackeyMeretz chairwoman accuses Prime Minister of both bowing down to parties looking to limit High Court's power and 'undermining democracy.' Galon: Bennett as Education Min. is 'Dangerous'Meretz head warns against appointing Bennett as Education Minister, threatens to "drive him crazy". 'Money-Loving' Peres Criticized Over Bank ContractMKs from both left and right criticize report that former President will promote Bank Hapoalim for $30,000 a month.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. 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.Galon Resigns, Won't Run for Meretz Chair AgainMK Zehava Galon: 'This is a very difficult moment for me. Meretz needs to search its soul.' Zehava Galon Set to Resign from KnessetMeretz chair will leave Knesset after poor showing in election, allowing Tamar Zandberg to reenter. 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. 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. Left Fires Back at Netanyahu“Israel's problem is not governance but rather the governor,” say Herzog and Livni after Netanyahu slams the left during a campaign rally.Meretz Head Calls Bibi ‘a Dybbuk’MK Zehava Galon employs demonic term, says these elections must be the last ones in which Netanyahu contends. Fitch Downgrades Israel's OutlookFitch downgrades the outlook for Israel's sovereign long-term foreign currency issuer default rating from Positive to Stable. Netanyahu Asks 'All the Left' to Join GovernmentPM's invitation to opposition to join his government draws criticism from across the political spectrum. Gal-On: Jewish State Law Harms Israeli ArabsMeretz Chairman claims waves of anti-Semitic incitement and calls for a Palestinian state do not threaten Jewish existence in Israel. Leftists Outraged at New Construction Plan"Netanyahu is working for the settlers", says Meretz chairwoman amid reports that Netanyahu will approve new homes in Judea and Samaria. Will Lapid's Sabbath Desecration End Coalition?A coalition has already broken apart in a similar gaffe to Lapid's Shabbat press conference; MKs warning action may be taken.Meretz Blames 'Settlements' for Hamas RocketsMK Shaked blasts MK Galon after the latter says Netanyahu is 'sacrificing residents of the south' to avoid 'peace talks.' Liberman: 'Even Far-Leftists Would Topple Hamas'Foreign minister echoes growing criticism of PM allowing Hamas to 'take the initiative', calls for decisive action ahead of Cabinet meeting. Far-Left Rally Call for Netanyahu to Step DownSeveral thousand gather in Tel Aviv to oppose IDF war effort; Meretz party head calls for Netanyahu to step down over 'deep failure.' |
