Devora Sharifian Bachar, a former member of an elite intelligence unit, has officially entered the political arena with a bid for the Knesset. Born in Iran, Bachar’s personal history includes a departure from her family’s expectations to pursue a career in security operations. Following her service, she transitioned into the education sector, working as a teacher in Eilat.

Bachar is now framing her platform around a comprehensive overhaul of the national education system. She describes her approach as combining 'intuigence'—a portmanteau of intuition and intelligence—derived from her time in the security sector. While her campaign emphasizes the need for systemic change in Israeli schools, specific policy proposals remain broad at this stage of her announcement. Her candidacy highlights a growing trend of individuals with non-traditional professional backgrounds seeking legislative office, positioning her security experience as a unique asset for navigating national policy challenges.