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Benjamin Netanyahu

- **__Basic Information__** o Current City: Jerusalem, Israel o Hometown: Tel Aviv, Israel o Sex: Male o Birthday: 21 October, 1949 o Political Views: Republican or Right Wing o Religious Views: Jewish o Bio: I was born on October 21, 1949 in Tel Aviv, Israel. My parents are Benzion and Zila Netanyahu. I am the middle child as I have a brother Yonatan, and a sister Iddo. I spent a few years of my childhood in Jerusalem, but when I was a teenager, my family moved to the United States. We moved to the Philadelphia area where my father, who is a historian, could do research. When I graduated high school in 1967, I decided to return to Israel and join the Israeli Defense Forces. I served as commando unit and participated in many military operations. I participated in the Yom Kippur War and when I left the military in 1972, I had reached the rank of captain. After leaving the military, I returned to the United States to go to collage. I attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and received a Bachelors of Science degree in architecture. I also received a Master's of Science degree in business management. After receiving these degrees I studied political science at Harvard University to prepare myself for a political career. For the next few years I worked in various political offices and in 1982 I was appointed as the chief in the Israeli embassy in Washington DC. In 1988, I returned to Israel and was appointed to the Knesset in the Likud party. In 1993, I was elected as the Likud party chairman and in 1996 I was elected Prime Minister of Israel. After serving my term as Prime Minister I took a break from politics until 2003, when I entered back into the Knesset. I held the post of Finance Minister until 2005. After that I became the Likud party leader once again until 2008. In 2009, I was re-elected as Prime Minister of Israel and to this day that is my current position in politics. (minimum 300 words)

o Favorite Quotations: I think that a strong Israel is the only Israel that will bring the Arabs to the peace table. Benjamin Netanyahu

- **__Relationships__** o Mother: Zila o Father: Benzion o Daughters: Noa o Sons: Yair, Avner o Brothers: Yonatan o Sisters: Iddo Wife: Sara - **__Likes and Interest__** o Activities: Reading, Drawing, Crossword puzzles o Interests: Exercise, Visiting the beaches in Tel Aviv o Music: Matisyahu o Books: Fiction and Historical Fiction. The Tenakh o Movies: Military movies. (Flags of Our Fathers) o Television: The History and Military Channel - **__Education and Work__** o High School: Cheltenham High School o College/University: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University o Employer: Israeli Government

ALBUM 1:** Foreign Affairs
 * __Photos__** ** (15 photos; 5 in each album)


 * ALBUM 2: Action Shots

ALBUM 3: My Life

__Groups__** - EXPLANATION: I joined this group because as the Prime Minister of Israel I need to know the current news in Israel. This group has all of the latest news in Israel as soon as it happens. I also enjoy reading the news for leisure so this group was a natural choice for me. GROUP 2: jewish-food - EXPLANATION: I joined this group because I live in Israel and the food here is delicious. I enjoy eating Israeli food and this group helps me find new recipes. I also like trying new food and this group has many authentic cooking techniques. GROUP 3: selfstudyhebrew - EXPLANATION: This group provides help to people trying to learn Hebrew on their own. I am bilingual and it is important to me that learning Hebrew is accessible for many people. The group has other people in it that can help others learn Hebrew too. GROUP 4: talkinaboutarchitecture - EXPLANATION: I joined an architecture because I have a degree in architecture from MIT. I find architecture very fascinating and I like seeing architecture from around the world. The group has pictures of modern architecture which I like to give my input on. GROUP 5: Yerushalayim** GROUP 6: fathers-4-justice-israel** GROUP 7:israelipolitics - EXPLANATION: I joined this group because I have been a major force in politics. I am the Prime Minister of Israel, so this group is directly related to me. As Prime Minister it is my job to listen to the citizens of Israel and hear their opinions. GROUP 8:****yom-****kippur-1973** GROUP 9: Harvardjobs - EXPLANATION: This group is designed to help Harvard students get jobs. This is special to me because I studied politics at Harvard. Harvard is the place where my political career really got started and that that has taken me far in life. GROUP 10: jewstalk3 - EXPLANATION: I joined this group because it is solely reserved for Jewish people. I was born and raised Jewish and it is very important to me. I am also the Prime Minister of the only Jewish state in the world, so I need to be able to talk to me people.
 * GROUP 1: Isr-info
 * - EXPLANATION: I joined this group because I am a resident of Jerusalem. I have lived here for many years and it is truly my home. The group helps residents of the city find each other and this can lead to many new relationships.
 * - EXPLANATION: This group is designed to put pressure on the Knesset to allow more custody for Israeli fathers. This truly relates to me because I have divorced and I know that I would feel terrible if I could not see my daughter. I am in full support of this group and I am an active supporter.
 * - EXPLANATION: I joined this group because this war is very significant. I was involved in the Yom Kippur when I was in the military. This is a historical war for Israel and as an Israeli this group is especially significant for me.

__Quizzes__** - RESULTS: Classic English Novel - EXPLANATION: This result is very aligned with the kind of novels that I enjoy. Being an intellectual, I enjoy reading the classic novels that are read world wide. While some feel that they are outdated, I find them all relevant. QUIZ 2: Are you a Jew? - RESULTS: Yes - EXPLANATION: I have grown up with the Jewish religion my entire life. The results are not a surprise to me as I genuinely believe in the religion. I am also some what of a leader in the Jewish community as I am the Prime Minister of Israel. QUIZ 3: What style of architecture are you? - RESULTS: Classical - EXPLANATION: This result fits me perfectly. I studied classical architecture in collage and I really loved it. I consider my self old fashioned so it fits my personality. QUIZ 4: Which Store is the Best for You? - RESULTS: Hot Topic - EXPLANATION: This result is quite astonishing to me. I have honestly never been to a Hot Topic and I don't wear that style of clothing. I usually prefer a business suit and tie over punk clothes. QUIZ 5: Which Anime Would You Star In? - RESULTS: Naruto - EXPLANATION: This result is fairly consistent with my views. Naruto is basically a military show and I enjoy the military. I was in the special forces in the IDF just like Naruto is a special ninja.**
 * QUIZ 1: What kind of novel are you?

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