Orit Farkash-Hacohen
אורית פרקש-הכהן
Currently
Former Science & Technology Minister
Who they are
Regulator turned minister: chaired the Electricity Authority, then held the strategic affairs and science portfolios for Blue & White.
Positions & record
- Energy: Grid reform and renewables from a former chief regulator.
- Tech: State backing for R&D beyond the startup bubble.
- Consumers: Fought the utilities on prices and won.
Where they stand
Judea & Samariaparty lineSeparation via regional framework, security first
Two states / withdrawalSovereignty / annexation
Gaza & Securityparty lineHostage deal and a day-after arrangement
Deal & disengagementFull military control
Haredi Enlistmentparty lineNational service for every community
Universal draftPreserve exemptions
Judiciaryparty lineRestore checks, then consensual reform
Strengthen the courtCurb the court
Economyparty linePragmatic centrism, budget discipline
Social spendingFree market
Religion & Stateparty lineJewish and democratic, per the Declaration
Civil / pluralistHalachic status quo
Career
2011
Chairs the Public Utilities Electricity Authority.
2021
Science and Technology Minister.
2026
Joins Yashar's slate.