But he embraces the Leftist policies of the Marxist Labor party. Don't get me wrong, Amir Peretz the Union leader as Prime Minister would be 1-second National Suicide, but Sharon has always been a leftist. Like Hillary Arafat, he is a skilled politician so he can make it so he looks like a right winger. The Israeli version of Tom Tancredo is Itmar ben Gvir who is a leader of the Chayil (Valor) party. THAT is someone I want in the Knesset. Chayil is growing in support particularly the youth, and if it gains seats in the Knesset we could see some real Right-Wingers gain power.
I disagree with you, obviously, except about Peretz. Also, by Israeli standards, I am NOT a real right-winger and never have been. Center-right would be a better description.
To me the best possible outcome would be if Shaul Mofaz won the Likud primary and if Kadima and Likud finished 1-2 and formed a coalition government with either Shas or Shinui. I do NOT want to see Amir Peretz in government in any way, shape, or form. He has done more to hurt the Israeli economy than anyone I can think of. The only reason he hasn't hurt Israel's security is because he hasn't had the opportunity.
yes yes, a Kach-light party would be interesting...!
I was wondering the other day what of R Kahane had taken Begin's offer in '78 and joined the Likud? and taken over from the inside?
how different things would be.