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Israeli Society United by Jewish Identity, Not Divided by 'Jews vs Israelis' Myth
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An opinion piece by Shuki Friedman argues that the notion of a divide between "Jews" and "Israelis" is a dangerous political lie that distorts Israeli society. Data and widespread participation in Jewish traditions demonstrate that most Israelis, including those on the Left and Center, maintain a strong Jewish identity that complements their Israeli identity, and the real debate concerns the Jewish character of the state.
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- A narrative dividing Israelis into "Jews" (Right) and "Israelis" (Left) is a misleading political distortion.
- Data shows the vast majority of Israelis, across the political spectrum, maintain strong Jewish identities and practices.
- The "Jews vs Israelis" idea has historical roots but is now used as a political weapon.
- Opposition to religious coercion is not opposition to Judaism, but to its politicization.
- The true debate in Israel concerns the Jewish character of the state, not whether Israelis are Jewish.
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