United Torah Judaism Chairman Asks Voters to Judge Him on Actions
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Yaakov Asher, chairman of the United Torah Judaism party, is asking voters to judge his party based on their actions and accomplishments, particularly concerning issues like housing and welfare. He emphasizes the party's ability to find common solutions despite deep disagreements and urges the public to examine their legislative record. Asher seeks continued public support to further their work, referencing the upcoming 2026 elections.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- United Torah Judaism Chairman Yaakov Asher asks voters to judge his party on actions, not labels.
- Asher highlights party's work on housing, welfare, and finding common solutions amid disagreements.
- He urges the public to examine the Knesset website for legislative achievements.
- Asher seeks continued public support to further their work.
- The appeal is made in the context of upcoming 2026 elections.
Yaakov Asher, chairman of the United Torah Judaism party, has called on the public to evaluate his party's actions and grant them the mandate to continue their work. In an opinion piece, Asher stated that even amidst deep disagreements, common solutions can be advanced, a principle he has applied throughout his years in public service.
Asher highlighted common concerns raised by Israelis across the country, including the future of their children, housing affordability, and living in a society that tolerates differing opinions. He asserted that solutions stem from listening, understanding details, and persistent effort, even when the path is long. He emphasized that discussions on housing, transportation, health, and welfare are fundamentally about people's lives, citing examples of young couples struggling to buy homes, mothers waiting for buses, and families battling bureaucracy.
He pointed to his experience working with diverse segments of Israeli society, noting their dedication, experience, and ability to reach agreements and achieve results. Asher stressed that public service is measured by daily work and perseverance, not just by headlines. He urged voters to examine the Knesset website to review legislation, reforms, and committee work to assess the impact of his party's efforts on their lives.
Asher requested that voters look beyond the "Haredi" label and judge his party based on their tangible accomplishments, asking for the strength to continue their work. He mentioned his colleagues in United Torah Judaism, MK Yaakov Asher, and the upcoming elections in 2026.
