Benny Gantz Discusses Campaign Pressure as Polls Show Party Below Threshold
As the Knesset elections approach, Benny Gantz opened up about the campaign's emotional toll in an interview, while recent polls show his party struggling below the electoral threshold.
With less than two weeks until the 26th Knesset elections, the political race has reached its peak. Candidates are touring the country and appearing in media outlets to secure every possible vote. Benny Gantz, leader of the National Unity party and opposition figure, opened up about the immense pressure of the campaign trail during a candid interview on i24NEWS.
Emotional Appeal and Family Support
Appearing on the "Shekhaneu Oti" program, Gantz became visibly emotional while discussing the toll the election takes on his family. "I am going through a difficult period, and we have learned to live with it. I have wonderful children and an amazing wife," Gantz said with tears in his eyes.
"They sit and think with me and want what is best for me. Family discussions are not about small things; they can be about major emotional matters, big decisions about where to go in politics, what we do at home, and whether it is better for mother here or there."
Struggling in the Polls
Recent mandate polls broadcasted by major news channels paint a challenging picture for Gantz's campaign. According to a Channel 13 poll published yesterday, his party fails to cross the electoral threshold, capturing only 1.2% of the vote. A similar result was mirrored in a Channel 14 survey, where the party also garnered 1.2%, falling short of the threshold required to enter the Knesset.
Despite the grim numbers, Gantz firmly rejected assertions that his continued run constitutes a "wasted vote." Earlier this week, he addressed critics directly, stating: "Whoever claims I am burning votes is lying and afraid. Whoever votes for me is voting for unity, not for blocs." He urged undecided citizens to join his movement, emphasizing his commitment to staying in the race until the very end to prevent further national division and avoid future narrow governments.
