The decision by Labor MK Avishai Braverman to accept the cabinet post of Minority Affairs has sparked much criticism among colleagues in Labor who oppose the party�s inclusion in the coalition.

Outgoing Minister of Education Prof. Yuli Tamir was among the outspoken critics, stating that the acceptance of the newly-created post signals that if the price is right, some people are willing to sell out their principles.

Tamir rejected Braverman�s reasoning, that he has decided to implement change and work to promote Labor�s agenda as a minister in the government, insisting the move is nothing more than a sell out and acquiescing to the position of Labor leader Ehud Barak, whose inclusion in the coalition will permit him to continue serving as defense minister.

(Yechiel Spira � YWN Israel)