Quotes from Benny Gantz

I will not shy away from the prospect of peace because I believe our people, and any people, should have something to believe in.

I love Israel, am proud of it.

We are Jewish soldiers. Our battle orders include the rules of engagement and the Ten Commandments. The computer code of the F-35 and the moral code of the prophets of Israel.

The tension between Jews and Arabs tears us apart.

The Blue and White government, led by me, will assemble the strongest security cabinet against terrorism and restore deterrence.

We all need a government that solves our real problems and is not preoccupied with itself.

Judaism is the best basis for democracy. The debate between the House of Hillel and the House of Shammai, the constant debate, has been a tradition of ours for thousands of years.

The children of Israel will not grow up in a state where some of its leaders sanctify hatred. I won't let hate win.

Netanyahu is anxious, afraid, [and] sweating.

On my watch, Iran will not become a regional power. And I will not hesitate to use force when needed.

I want the children of Israel to believe that there can be a better tomorrow.

We must learn to live together, and the framework of Zionism must know how to include everyone.

Netanyahu has taken on the toughest job in the State of Israel, and as someone who truly gives of himself, I consider him a patriot.

We are part of an inspiringly colorful mosaic of cultures and traditions. I will nurture this pluralism.

The citizens of Israel come first.

Israeli Arabs are equal citizens.

No Israeli leader is a king.

For me, sacrificing Israeli democracy is not something I can agree to.

The capital of Israel is Jerusalem, no matter what.

I do not wish to slander his name, I think Netanyahu ran the country well but his time is up.

I sleep at night, but I don't sleep well.

I love to run and do it every day. I run slowly, by the way.

Trust me, I am proud of our country. I will never be ashamed of it.

I am a soldier. That is who I am. That is what I do.