Winter's claimed support for Netanyahu overshadows his campaign, may siphon Likud voters - analysis
Winter is seeking to remove from the agenda the campaign portraying him as a risk to the right, as someone who could help replace Netanyahu or siphon votes away from the bloc.
Winter's People of Israel party, led by Ofer Winter, has declared its allegiance to the right-wing camp and Benjamin Netanyahu, the presumed leader of that camp. Winter's primary aim is to remove doubts about his party being a threat to the right-wing bloc or a potential vote-siphoner from Netanyahu. He emphasizes his independence from Netanyahu but concludes by stating unequivocally, "Only Netanyahu will we recommend."
This declaration will undoubtedly influence the voting behavior of right-wing and Likud voters, who might opt for Winter's party without fear of undermining Netanyahu's position. The strategy is to attract right-wing voters who prefer Winter but are wary of voting for a party that could lead to a different prime minister. While Likud voters may sway to support Winter, the question is whether this strategy can push enough votes his way to counteract the potential risks of personal attacks and the need to clarify why voters should choose his party over Netanyahu's.
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