Shahar Varon Joins Naftali Bennett's B'Yachad Party; Advocates for Mental Health Law

Shahar Varon joined Naftali Bennett’s B’Yachad party as a Knesset candidate. Varon, who is spearheading the party’s mental health program, stated that any future government must pass a mental health law that establishes a dedicated, structured budget for mental healthcare. He emphasized that soldiers and others suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder must participate in policy development.

Varon’s advocacy highlights the need for younger representation in politics, particularly from wounded soldiers. The push for a dedicated mental health budget could influence future government spending and healthcare regulations in Israel.

Naftali Bennett's party is currently seeking to replace Benjamin Netanyahu amid Hamas infiltration and the addition of Negri to the party.