Despite their public statements, Anderson, behind the scenes we all know that the White House really, starting with the president, loathe Benjamin Netanyahu and that they have privately hoping that Herzog would be able to put together a government and restore better relations with the United States.
Gergen discusses the White House's private feelings towards Netanyahu and their hopes for Herzog.
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