New Haredi Party Seeks Alliance with Religious Zionists
Translated & summarized from Makor Rishon by baba
The new Haredi Public party held a rally in Jerusalem, aiming to integrate the Haredi community into broader Israeli society. Former deputy minister Abir Kara spoke at the event, encouraging Haredi citizens to take responsibility and lead the nation. Author Ariel Shenbal appealed to religious Zionists to support the party, arguing that their absence is detrimental to addressing Haredi separatism. Another piece suggests that current criticism of Haredim by religious Zionists may hinder military integration efforts.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- The new Haredi Public party held an election rally in Jerusalem seeking societal integration.
- Former deputy minister Abir Kara urged Haredi citizens to take responsibility and lead Israel.
- Author Ariel Shenbal appealed to religious Zionists to support the Haredi party.
- Shenbal questioned the absence of religious Zionists from the party focused on Haredi separatism.
- Another article suggests criticism of Haredim by religious Zionists may harm military integration.
A new political party, "The Haredi Public," held its election rally at Binyanei Ha'uma in Jerusalem, attracting approximately one thousand Haredi Israelis. The party aims to address core issues within the Haredi community, promoting a responsible and integrated approach to Israeli society. Candidates presented their platforms, discussing pressing issues in Haredi-state relations and answering common questions.
Former deputy minister Abir Kara urged attendees to take responsibility, stating, "You will transform the Haredi sector from a public chasing the shekel to a wealthy public, a public that leads the State of Israel." The author, Ariel Shenbal, expressed agreement with Kara's vision but noted the absence of religious Zionists, whom he described as those who have long called for Haredi societal change and adherence to the biblical commandment "You shall not stand idly by the blood of your neighbor."
Shenbal questioned why religious Zionists, who prioritize addressing Haredi separatism, are not supporting the only party focused on this issue. He raised concerns about potential alliances between religious Zionist leaders and figures within the Haredi establishment, citing past instances where significant sums were allegedly offered for political support. Shenbal appealed to the religious Zionist community to bridge sectoral divides and support the new Haredi party, emphasizing that each vote is a "game changer" for the party's potential and for Israel's economy.
Another article discusses criticism of the Haredi community, suggesting that while understandable, it is counterproductive to efforts to integrate Haredim into the military. The author, Naorai Abergil, posits that the religious Zionist community could adopt a different approach within this critical discourse.
