Elderly Israelis Who Voted Since State's Founding Fear for Nation's Future
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Four Israeli citizens, all over 90, who have voted in nearly every election since the country's founding, believe the current election is the most critical in history. They expressed concern over increased hatred and anxiety for the nation's future. The elderly voters shared their views on the differences between past and present elections, emphasizing the importance of participation.
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- Four Israeli citizens over 90, who voted since the state's founding, fear for the nation's future.
- They believe the current election is the most critical in Israel's history.
- One voter noted that "the hatred has increased by several degrees."
- Another expressed "anxiety for the country's future."
- They stressed the importance of voting and the nation's fate being in voters' hands.
Four Israeli citizens, all over the age of 90 and who have voted in nearly every election since the country's founding, have expressed deep concern about the current political climate and the future of Israel. They believe the upcoming election is the most critical in the nation's history.
Nati Sharoni, 92, noted that "the hatred has increased by several degrees" compared to past elections. Nissim Mandil, 95, voiced his "anxiety for the country's future," while Dan Hadani, 102, emphasized the importance of voting, stating that "one should vote more often." Yael Trento, 94, echoed the sentiment of urgency, saying "the fate of the country is in our hands."
These veteran voters, who have participated in the democratic process since Israel's inception, are sharing their perspectives on the differences between elections then and now, highlighting the gravity they perceive in the current electoral cycle. Their testimonies underscore a profound sense of responsibility and apprehension regarding the nation's trajectory.