Yair Lapid's Journey: From Late-night Host to Israel's Prime Minister
In a colorful career encompassing journalism, acting, politics and even songwriting, Yair Lapid has always cast himself in the leading role. Will his caretaker spell as prime minister prove a footnote in history, or can he be the politician who defeats Benjamin Netanyahu twice?
The international media has been busy this week trying to categorize Israel’s next prime minister. He doesn’t conform to previous labels of Israeli politicians. He’s not a grizzled hack or a new white hope of the left. Nor is he a former general or high-tech entrepreneur. His Wikipedia entry offers a few colorful details – like his being a former amateur boxer and talk-show host. One cable news broadcaster even wondered whether Yair Lapid is similar to Donald Trump, coming from the world of entertainment to take the top office.
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