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Mofaz: irresponsible to miss opportunity
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Mofaz says not oblivious to criticism

Kadima chairman posts Facebook response to public backlash over his teaming with Netanyahu; says 'leaders have to make unpopular decisions'

Kadima chairman and newly-appointed Deputy Prime Minister Shaul Mofaz chose to address the criticism leveled at him over his decision to join the Coalition Thursday in a Facebook post, saying he was "not oblivious" to the public backlash the move has created. 

 

"There are times when the leadership makes decisions – even if (these decisions) are seemingly unpopular," he wrote on his personal page. "I am not oblivious to the criticism posted on this page and in the media over the past few days."

 

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Mofaz further explained that he recognized what he called "a historic opportunity" to lead important processes for the benefit of the Israeli public: "In my opinion, it would be irresponsible to miss such an opportunity."

 

In a move the sparked mass political and public controversy, Kadima decided to join Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government. The deal, struck in the early hours of Tuesday morning, effectively stopped the Knesset's dissolution, mere hours after a bill to that effect passed its first reading.

 

Facebook users responded to Mofaz's statement with mixed emotions. Some supported Mofaz, maintaining that his decision was right and honest. Others blamed him for political opportunism, and choosing his personal interest over the voters'. "We lost our faith in you," said one respone.

 

Many agreed that Mofaz's and Kadima's true test is only beginning, and called on the new coalition members to push forward some of the main issues they were elected for, primarily religion and state relations – including public transportation on Saturday, and Tal law – and changing government system.

 

"We have our eyes on you," concluded one surfer.

 

Tali Hail contributed to this report

 

 

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