Orly Levy-Abekasis

Orly Levy-Abekasis, born on November eleventh, nineteen seventy-three, is a prominent Israeli politician, model, television presenter, and journalist. She first made her mark in the political arena in two thousand nine when she entered the Knesset as a member of Yisrael Beiteinu. Her journey in politics took a significant turn in two thousand seventeen when she left the party to serve as an independent member.

In two thousand nineteen, Levy-Abekasis founded her own political party, Gesher, aiming to contest the April elections. Although the party did not secure a seat, she made a notable comeback in the September elections, where Gesher allied with the Labor Party, allowing her to return to the Knesset. Her political career reached a new height in May two thousand twenty when Prime Minister Netanyahu appointed her as the Minister for Community Empowerment and Advancement, a newly established position.

Before her political endeavors, Levy-Abekasis enjoyed a successful career as a model and local television host, following in her father's footsteps into the world of politics. Her political focus is primarily on social issues and economic justice, reflecting her commitment to improving the lives of her constituents. Notably, during her time with Yisrael Beiteinu, she was one of the few coalition members to abstain from voting on the controversial Nation State Law, showcasing her principled stance on critical issues.