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Ger Hasidim Threaten Election Boycott Over Rival Candidate
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The Ger hasidic movement within the United Torah Judaism party is threatening an election boycott due to a dispute over candidate placements, potentially costing UTJ two Knesset seats. The movement aims to prevent Eliakim Stark, representing the Belz community, from entering the Knesset. While Belz officials downplay the threat's impact, a resolution is generally expected before the elections.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Ger hasidim threaten election boycott, potentially costing UTJ two Knesset seats.
- The boycott is a response to the formation of a separate party by Meir Porush and Eliakim Stark.
- Ger movement aims to prevent Eliakim Stark, placed sixth on the UTJ list, from entering the Knesset.
- A Gerrer hasid stated the goal is to "keep Stark out" and that election activities are suspended.
- Belz officials dismiss the threat, stating Ger votes are not enough to affect the outcome.
- A compromise is widely expected to be reached before the upcoming elections.
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