Author Urges Israelis to Vote, Citing Religious and National Duty
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Author Yedidya Meir implores Israelis to vote, countering apathy by framing it as a religious and national duty. He addresses common excuses for not voting, such as disillusionment with politicians or the belief that one's vote is insignificant. Meir urges readers to actively encourage non-voters to participate, highlighting that every vote contributes to the nation's future and that voting is a crucial opportunity to influence governance, particularly concerning the role of the Attorney General.
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- Author Yedidya Meir urges Israelis to vote, calling it a religious and national obligation.
- He addresses voter apathy by categorizing non-voters and encouraging personal outreach.
- Meir argues voting is crucial to counter the perceived unchecked power of the Attorney General.
- He likens voting to taking action in an emergency, emphasizing individual impact.
- The author cites rabbinic authorities who stressed the importance of participating in elections.
Author Yedidya Meir addresses the common sentiment of voter apathy in Israel, particularly among those who feel disillusioned with politics or believe their vote doesn't matter. He argues that voting is a significant religious and national obligation, citing prominent rabbis who have stressed its importance.
Meir recounts an encounter at a wedding where a woman expressed her reluctance to vote due to disgust with politics. He uses this as a springboard to discuss various types of non-voters: the unaware, who may not even know an election is happening; the disillusioned, who feel all politicians are corrupt; and the apathetic, who believe their single vote is insignificant. He urges readers to reach out to these individuals through personal WhatsApp groups and encourage them to vote, emphasizing that every vote counts.
He specifically targets the argument that the Attorney General, Gali Baharav-Miara, makes all the decisions, thus rendering elections moot. Meir contends that this is precisely why voting is crucial, as it is the public's only chance to voice their opinion on such matters. He criticizes Baharav-Miara's actions, suggesting they undermine national interests and create chaos, and argues for her dismissal.
Meir also draws parallels between the act of voting and a recent incident where a passenger took control of a plane during an emergency. He suggests that just as the passenger acted within his capabilities to save the plane, individuals should take responsibility and vote, even if they feel their action is small. He concludes by encouraging readers to actively engage in the electoral process and to persuade others to do the same, framing it as a way to influence the nation's destiny.
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