Drop the cynicism: Bennett, Lapid's merger represents Israel's search for unity - opinion
The merger of Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett into a new party called Together symbolizes a rare push for unity in Israeli politics. Despite skepticism, the alliance reflects a growing desire to prioritize national cohesion over political division. The move underscores Israel's need for a reset, focusing less on partisan rivalry and more on collaborative governance.
- ▪Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett have formed a new party called Together.
- ▪The merger is seen as a step toward political unity in Israel.
- ▪The alliance highlights a shift from politics over policy to a potential focus on national cohesion.
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Drop the cynicism: Bennett, Lapid's merger represents Israel's search for unity - opinionThe Bennett–Lapid alliance highlights Israel’s fixation on politics over policy, and the need for a reset.Yair Lapid and Naftali Bennett have formed a party Together. What this merger represents – regardless of the intent – is something Israeli politics has been missing for far too long – the possibility of unity, the writer notes.(photo credit: CHAIM GOLDBERG/FLASH90)
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