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Barak: We'll join coalition that functions according to spirit of our values
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Defense Minister, Ehud Barak met on Friday with representatives of the immigrant organization at the Labor Party Headquarters in Tel Aviv.

Barak referred to the latest political events, saying: "If it turns out that a government can form in this Knesset that functions according to the spirit of our values, we will consider joining it. If it turns out that we must hold elections, then we will be prepared for elections."

Barak added that Israel is currently in the middle of negotiations with the Palestinians and is simultaneously feeling out negotiations with Syria. In referring to the issue of Gilad Shalit, Barak said "We are examining the calm with Hamas, and are taking advantage of it to become stronger, to prepare and to intensively advance the efforts to return Shalit home."
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When speaking to the representatives of the immigrants organization of the Labor Party, Barak said: "Russian-speakers are a leading and important group in Israeli society ? about one million people."

Barak emphasized the contribution by Russian immigrants to fields of intelligence and culture. "I think the time has come that wider representation and presence exists in the political system at all levels. We want a political system that citizens can identify with," said Barak.
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  1.   What Values??? 14:44  |  Moshe 01/08/08
  2.   Which means 15:15  |  Arie 01/08/08
  3.   Just day-dreaming... 16:43  |  Esther 01/08/08
  4.   Moshe#1, you have a point there, that should be pondered... 16:49  |  Esther 01/08/08
  5.   Moshe #1 you`re asking what values? Plus 2 more question marks? 18:55  |  S 01/08/08
  6.   Spirit of `our values`: does Barak joint Kazav? 10:42  |  Ulf 02/08/08
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