Former Minister Rabbi Shai Piron Expresses Fear Over Students Supporting Ben-Gvir

Rabbi Shai Piron, a former MK and educator, has voiced deep concern regarding the political leanings of students he has taught. Piron, who served as the Minister of Education from 2013 to 2014, stated that he is "afraid" that some of the students he educated now support Itamar Ben-Gvir, the leader of the far-right Otzma Yehudit party.

Piron's remarks were made in the context of a podcast, as indicated by the Instagram post sharing the statement. He did not elaborate on the specific reasons for his fear or the number of students in question. However, his statement reflects a broader unease among some secular and religious Zionist figures about the increasing influence of far-right politicians and ideologies within Israeli society and educational institutions.

Ben-Gvir's political platform is known for its hardline stance on security issues and its nationalist rhetoric, which has drawn both strong support and significant criticism. Piron's comments suggest a personal reckoning with the perceived impact of his educational efforts in light of current political trends.