"The experiment was successful," Naftali Bennett told the leaders of his coalition factions this afternoon. The experiment was successful, but the patient died.
In his conversation with Nir Orbach this morning (Monday), Naftali Bennett realized that it was over. As much as the prime minister tried, he failed to get even a faint promise that he would still be - during the visit the president of the United States, in three weeks - prime minister of Israel.
This brings us to the head of the opposition. He is again within touching distance of becoming prime minister. This election campaign, like its predecessors, will also be held with one question: "Bibi yes or no?"
Unlike previous times, this time his constituents are fueled by anger and motivation. He knows he will not have a better chance. He knows he's not sure there's going to be another chance.
Source: Amit Segal, 37, is the chief political correspondent and commentator for Channel 12 News