Ultra-Orthodox Election Campaign Features Lavish Feasts and Political Maneuvering
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Ultra-Orthodox parties are actively campaigning for upcoming elections, setting up makeshift headquarters and hosting events with varied catering. Gur Hasidism offered a lavish meal, while Degel HaTorah's event was criticized for its sparse refreshments. The report also highlights political meetings and a wedding attended by prominent figures, including the Prime Minister's grandson.
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- Ultra-Orthodox election campaigns feature makeshift headquarters and diverse catering, from lavish meals to basic snacks.
- Gur Hasidism's campaign opening in Elad included a full meal with herring and elegant drink service.
- Degel HaTorah's Elad headquarters opening was criticized for serving only Bamba, bagels, and Bissli.
- Belz and Karlin Hasidism held significant gatherings, with Karlin offering minimal refreshments.
- Vizhnitz Hasidism's event featured a dairy menu with pastas and iced coffee.
- A wedding of Prime Minister Netanyahu's grandson included prominent figures and singing.
- Members of Knesset were observed at campaign events and traveling abroad during the election period.
As Israel approaches a critical election, the ultra-Orthodox parties are actively campaigning, with a particular focus on their unique election headquarters and the catering provided. These makeshift offices, often set up in synagogues or rented spaces, are adorned with signs and temporary phone lines to create an appearance of organized activity.
The culinary offerings at these campaign events vary significantly between different Hasidic and Sephardic factions, as well as the growing segment of working ultra-Orthodox individuals. Gur Hasidism, for instance, hosted a lavish opening event for their campaign headquarters in Elad, featuring a full meal with salads, kugel, and herring, served in elegant glass bottles. In contrast, the Degel HaTorah party's headquarters opening in Elad was noted for its meager spread of Bamba, bagels, and Bissli, drawing criticism for the lack of adequate refreshments.
Other Hasidic groups also held significant gatherings. Belz Hasidism convened a full Shabbat meal for activists in Bnei Brak, while Karlin Hasidism's meeting with representatives from across the country offered only drinks, borekas, and rugelach, reflecting their philosophy of contentment with little. Vizhnitz Hasidism's event in Elad featured a dairy menu of pastas and gratins, accompanied by iced coffee and banana drinks.
The article also touches upon political meetings and discussions, including a gathering of United Torah Judaism leaders in Afula and a meeting between Israel Alter Gurewitz and Yaakov Asher. Beyond the election campaign, a notable event mentioned was the wedding of Daniel Roth, the Prime Minister's grandson, where attendees, including figures from Neturei Karta and Satmar, were seen dancing and singing. The report also notes the presence of various public figures, including Members of Knesset, at events both domestically and abroad, such as trips to Coney Island and London.
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