Feiglin Proposes Separating Religion From Politics, Citing Shabbat Transport
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Moshe Feiglin, chairman of the Zehut party, stated he opposes public transportation on Shabbat but would vote against a law banning it, advocating for reduced state involvement. He also proposed a law defining Israel as the "State of the Jewish People" and suggested direct public election of Supreme Court justices. Feiglin expressed interest in the defense minister role, criticizing current security policies and warning of potential future failures.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Moshe Feiglin opposes Shabbat public transport but would vote against a legislative ban.
- Feiglin proposes a law defining Israel as the "State of the Jewish People" for ID cards.
- He advocates for direct public election of Supreme Court justices.
- Feiglin seeks the defense minister role, criticizing current security concepts.
- He warned that the flawed thinking behind the October 7th events persists.
Moshe Feiglin, chairman of the Zehut party and running second on the Religious Zionism list, presented his platform for the upcoming Knesset at the "Small World" election conference. Feiglin stated his opposition to public transportation operating on Shabbat, but also declared he would vote against a law that would ban it, advocating for a reduction in state involvement in religious matters. He explained this stance aligns with Zehut's platform to privatize public transport companies and leave decisions about Shabbat operations to local communities.
Feiglin also proposed a new law, "Israel - The State of the Jewish People," to be included on identity cards, emphasizing his view on the nation's identity beyond the existing Nation-State Law. He further suggested that the public should directly elect Supreme Court justices, replacing the current appointment system, arguing that transferring authority to the public would allow the country's Jewish identity to flourish.
Regarding security, Feiglin expressed interest in the defense minister portfolio in the next government, criticizing the current security concept and the lack of ground forces. He warned that the flawed thinking that led to the October 7th events has not changed, stating, "I will not be responsible for the next massacre."
Feiglin concluded by expressing his personal religious beliefs, stating, "I am a proud Mashiach, I walk with the symbol of the Temple. These are my dreams."
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