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Netanyahu gambled, we'll pay
Sima Kadmon
Published: 08.11.12, 11:05
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31. Sima Kadmon
Devorah   (11.08.12)
Are you and Eitan Haber BFFs???
32. #24 - Arn
Devorah   (11.08.12)
He's already begun. We ain't seen nothing yet. Best to you.
33. The US=divide and rule. SECURE BIG ISRAEL=JEWISH SURVIVAL.
Jerry ,   The Netherlands   (11.08.12)
34. To #1
Zvi ,   Bat Yam   (11.08.12)
Before you use the term LEFT just learn what is LEFT in the Jewish lexicon : Gmilut Hesed Ve Ahavta lereha Camocha Al tishkeheni le et zikna And so on and so on and so on It is Jewish social Justice Just to llive in Tapuah and playing a pseudo Halutz and to use for everything you do not like the word LEFT just show your lack of inellect
35. Nonsense!! This is Obama's doing.
SG ,   Teaneck   (11.08.12)
Bibi gets it. Obama doesn't or doesn't want to.
36. Very true
Gennady ,   US   (11.08.12)
Also, people forget that if Netanyahu did not go batshit crazy about Iran, cripplinng sanctions likely would not have been implemented due to European opposition. This is very important point that is purposely and opportunistically ignored by the left
37. The gamblers' brotherhood
Michael ,   Haifa   (11.08.12)
When the sanctions begin, Sheldon Adelson will save us.
38. ISRAEL: PLEASE DUMP BIBI & THE LIKUD!
Rafi ,   US   (11.08.12)
You have no idea how much of a fool he is perceived to be abroad... This has nothing to do with anti-Semitism... Netanyahu and his cronies are just seen as stupid & corrupt. In terms of perception, they have done nothing good for Israel - only created laughter.
39. Bibi's boorishness is a drop in the ocean compared to Obama
Noodles ,   Coney Island   (11.08.12)
who has no respect for the Oval Office, the American people, or for America itself for that matter. If anything, Bibi gives Obama more respect than is due him.
40. At #1. Completely Right!
Rube Vogel ,   jerusalem   (11.08.12)
The media and left have repeated this lie that Netanyahu somehow took sides in the US election so often that there is simply no room left for the truth. And these lays will hurt Israel far more than anything Netanyahu did or said.
41. The wisdom of BiBi? Israel worry
Mark ,   The U.S.   (11.08.12)
Benjamin Netanyahu could have endorsed "President Barak Obama and kept his friendship, relationship with the now Mitt Romney soon to go into oblivion and return to his Book of Moroni, the Mormon Bible. President Barak Obama has done more for Israel, has visited Israel, prayed at the Kotel and we don't need to know what he prayed for, his actions speak for themselves, Israel has gotten everything I mean everything possible it has requested from this U.S. Government to the Vetoes in stopping a people from becoming what they believe they should be, as we struggle to survive and accomodate our immagrants equitably in a failing or should I say weak economy. George Washington and the Jews, well President Barak Obama has done more for Israel than any president in U.S. history and will continue to do so,,, I have an idea what President Obama prays for in regards to Israel and her well being,, its like "I'm O.K. Your O.K.. The wisdom of Banjamin Netanyahu? Israel worry.
42. Bibi understands, Obama ain't our boychick
ma nishma ,   modiin   (11.08.12)
Obama is and has been a crappy president. He has not gotten much done in the US and he has not done much to help find peace in the Middle East. Romney was fresh air, a better choice, but America nation rejected him to become an Obama Nation.
43. NETANYAHU HAS GUTS
DA RAP ARTISTE ,   SAFED ISRAEL   (11.08.12)
The man has backbone and does not need to pretend to like Obama who is a shitty president.
44. True Democracy
Albi ,   Ashkelon   (11.08.12)
When the Americans have an election the loser goes home to his law office or furniture store. Here we just recycle the failures like plastic bottles. And those responsible for losing wars (the last three) just keep going.We do not elect our leaders nor do they have to present themselves before the electorate. All we vote for is how much of the pie each party can grab. Bibi insulted Obama in his own back yard in front of the whole world. Is that Adelson's or Finklestein's advice? All you jingoists, just ask why we are so detested in the world. Let's stop pretending we are a real democracy.We should be more like America, or, perhaps, Japan.
45. # 35...No, Obama got it..and Bibi never will....TATA
(11.08.12)
46. The media MUST STOP LYING!
Jake   (11.08.12)
I have said it a million times now. Netanyahu has said NOTHING in public, not a word, to indicate his preference for a presidential candidate, or interference in the US election. This is an total lie on the part of the media, one that cannot be corroborated by a shred of factual evidence.
47. and now the anti-Bibi Leftists come out of the woodwork
William ,   Israel   (11.08.12)
like bedbugs and roaches. There has always been an anti-Bibi fervor among the Israeli Left, mostly as a response to the massive loss in the polls. Since then, the Left has done everything it could to regain power by attacking Bibi and the Right, but absolutely nothing in creating real change on the ground or producing solutions that aid their supposed support base. It's all been about their own claim to power and prestige - and people recognize that. Sleeping in the streets and demanding entitlement programs while taxing the more successful of our society, while appeasing terrorists next door, hasn't worked in the past and won't work in the future. That's one lesson we need to take away from the US and events in Greece. If the Israeli Left feel emboldened because of an Obama win, don't - the Congress is strong Republican and pro-Israel, and Obama's attention is now 97% domestic after his slight win on Tuesday.
48. Reality
michael Pielet ,   israel   (11.08.12)
Another biased article, full of lies and distortions.
49. Why should the prime minister of Israel ...
Sarah B ,   U.S.A. / Israel   (11.08.12)
.... take his marching order from the glaringly pro-Arab, pro-Moslem president of the United States? Is not Israel a sovereign state? Sooner or later -- probably sooner -- Obama will have to come crawling to Israel, as one by one, the Arab and Moslem nations are either thrown under a bus by Obama (witness Libya,Tunisia, Egypt, Yemen, Syria) or decide to cast their lot with Russia or China because Obama is simply not dependable and his verbal assurances are meaningless. Think of the immense satisfaction that will accrue to Prime Minister Netanyahu when he tells Obama to take a long walk off a short pier.
50. Hail Mr.Netanyahu!
Oliver ,   Queens, USA   (11.08.12)
The author of the article suggested Mr.Netanyahu had to go and lick the ass of the American administration. Why did he have to do it? He put his country's interests first and acted like any true statesman would act. Thanks God, there are many Israelis who think that they are not banana republic and that Israel does not depend on USA.
51. Esau hates Yakov, Obama hates Netanyahu
Ilan   (11.08.12)
And Obama has been hostile to Netanyahu from the first day in office.
52. No one can....
Konniekaknie ,   Israel   (11.08.12)
No one can point out where and how Bibi interfered in the US elections? Bibi insulted Obama by calling him a liar? No, the opposite is true. Bibi has nothing else to do but listen to a continuous train of Obama lackeys coming here lecturing him on what to do and what not? And with the left trying to sell Israel down the drain. Leave the man alone to lead the country without being bugged all the time!
53. #24
DavidR ,   USA   (11.08.12)
US Vengeance? Here's a bit of truth about this issue that few grasp. You are correct that HaShem will judge the US for their anti-Israel behavior, but while we are on the subject, lets look at what is really happening. This whole tirade against Netanyahu is a product of leftist, beginning with the White house to lay the groundwork for even more anti-Israel actions from Obama. Now it will be said that Obama really loves Israel but his actions are only vengeance against Bibi. This to cloak his islamic agenda.
54. Speaking of "closed doors"...
tina ,   usa   (11.08.12)
...the author knows nothing of what actually does go on behind closed doors in the US and Israel. Therefore, he knows whereof he speaks. How presumptuous.
55. The USA is one thing. Turkey is a disgrace!
David ,   Karmiel, Israel   (11.08.12)
The Turkish Government with is "Jews Out" and "Destroy Israel" supporters who ARE the majority, is holding a Kangaroo Court trial against IDF Officers, vilifying Israel and insulting our soldiers who are our children but this Government carries on as if nothing has happened! Why are we still importing Turkish goods. Why is Turkish Airlines still allowed landing and overfly rights in and over Israel? Even an idiot realizes that unless Israel humiliates itself and the IDF in particular there is no chance of renewed relations with Turkey even if Erdogan and his Fundamentalists are thrown out! It appears the we have a "strong Prime Minister" when he preaches to the right wing choir but on the international stage he is a wimp! No balls Bibi!
56. Netanyahu & Obama
Mike Amaral ,   Walpole Mass.   (11.08.12)
This article misses one huge point: That the average American citizen was watching what Netanyahu was trying to do with our election...all the while Mitt Romney was in Israel with Sheldon Adelson, a multi-millionaire & gambling giant. To Israelis: We are paying attention. Thank God we have a president that isn't pushed around by your country! I am convinced that Israel is a country that steals land from its neighbors/citizens, that it treats people unequally, and that it is a religion-based entity. I don't think Israel reflects American values, and we should not be giving $$$ to Israel anymore. Good luck with your neighbors, and if you need weapons, we will sell them to you (at a profit).
57. No 10 Let's go back to the center and divide Jerusalem
Ari ,   Jerusalem   (11.08.12)
Whiile at it give bacj all the Wast Bank and ti finish te Golan Hights. Yes Sir! klet's go back to the center. And after finishing, let's give Tel Aviv and haifa and Eilat etc.The PALS want all they dont regognize Israel
58. To mno 38. WSe isrelies will decide what's good for us Not
Ari ,   Jerusalem   (11.08.12)
Washington. As for you perception is not tye same for all americans. While less than 1% difference lected Obama the other 49.3% cannot stand him. So talk for yourself buster!
59. No 41. Lyndon Johnsohn did more for Israel and as for the
Ari ,   Jerusalem   (11.08.12)
Veto..All american Presidents have used the Veto since Truman to Geoge Bush Learn your facts before posting BIBI should also thank Obama for calling hima a liar with a conversation with Sarcozi, when the microphone was on????? And they thought it was closed? He prayed at the Kotel and visted Yad vashem and Sderot because he was campaigning. But after elected he only visited Muslim countries and forgot about his ally
60. Hypocrit Bibi?
Brenda ,   La Puente, CA   (11.08.12)
Do you think that if Mr. Bibi playes hypocrit with Obama, things would change?. Of course not, everybody knows tha Obama hates Israel.
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