A lawsuit filed by a former maid worker for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been attacked by his wife, Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper says.
Sarah Netanyahu said the lawsuit was “false and replete with slander and fabrications”.
The prime minister’s wife claimed her former maid, Lillian Peretz, was treated “with warmth and love”.
However, Ms Peretz, 44, said she was maltreated and humiliated by the Netanyahus.
“Sarah Netanyahu abused me, paid me less than minimum wage, didn’t pay my social benefits, forced me to work Saturdays even though I observe Shabbat [the Jewish rest day],” the former housekeeper was quoted as writing in the suit filed at the Tel Aviv labour court.
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Notes:
Not in my wildest dreams would I ever want to be a politician. Power is one thing — family is completely another and here’s a final thought. If anyone — “ever” — makes the mistake of attacking Harper’s wife like this I would scream “f**k you” and call an election instantly.
Point: In Canada Harper can do that.
I read an article a few years ago about the psychology of those who seek political office. Most feel under-appreciated in their career and unable to effect change. They’re ambitious and impatient.
Personally, you couldn’t pay me enough to be a politician. It’s bad enough being a cop!