Supreme Court President Amit Apologizes for Remarks on "Kosher" Phones
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Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit apologized after remarks he made about "kosher" phones offended members of the Haredi public. Amit's comments during a court hearing were seen as mocking the use of these phones. He stated his intention was not to cause offense and expressed regret for the hurt caused, acknowledging the public sensitivity of the issue.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit apologized for remarks about "kosher" phones.
- Amit's comments were perceived as mocking the Haredi public's use of these phones.
- The remarks were made during a court hearing and sparked criticism.
- Amit stated he did not intend to cause offense and regretted the hurt caused.
President of the Supreme Court, Justice Yitzhak Amit, has issued an apology following remarks he made during a court hearing that were perceived as mocking the use of "kosher" phones within the Haredi public. During the proceedings, Amit stated, "Whoever has a kosher phone in one pocket, has a phone to call with in the second pocket. A kosher phone to show off, and one real phone." These comments sparked criticism and feelings of offense among segments of the Haredi community. Following complaints submitted on the matter, Amit released an apology statement.
In his apology, Amit stated, "My words hurt parts of the Haredi public, and I had no intention whatsoever to do so." He further added, "After re-watching the recording of the hearing, I believe that given the public sensitivity of the issue, it would have been better had the statement in question been phrased and expressed differently, and I regret that my words hurt the feelings of the complainants or others in this context."
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