Archbishop Urges Citizens to Vote, Warns Against Sectarianism
Translated & summarized from Al-Shams by baba
Archbishop Youssef Matta urged citizens to vote in the Israeli elections, calling it a fundamental right. He warned against the exploitation of sectarian divisions and the spread of misinformation during the electoral process. Matta emphasized that voting is crucial for preserving community rights and influencing the future. He encouraged unity and solidarity to address shared challenges and uphold human dignity.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Archbishop Youssef Matta called on citizens to vote in the Israeli elections.
- He described voting as a fundamental right that should not be relinquished.
- Matta warned against the exploitation of sectarian divisions and fake news.
- He stressed the importance of unity and solidarity to face community challenges.
- The Archbishop urged citizens from all backgrounds to participate in the elections.
Archbishop Youssef Matta of the Melkite Greek Catholic Church has called on citizens to participate in the Israeli elections, emphasizing that voting is a fundamental right that should not be relinquished. In an interview with Radio al-Shams for the program "First News," Matta stated that he cast his ballot early in the morning. He stressed the importance of citizen participation in elections for preserving community rights and advocating for future rights. The Archbishop clarified that voting is not solely a political matter but a citizen's right and a means to influence their community's future, noting that past challenges make participation even more critical. He added that voting can contribute to building a better future for the community and its children, urging people from all backgrounds to go to the polls and not forfeit this right. Matta also cautioned against the exploitation of sectarian divisions during elections, advising citizens to be discerning about circulating information and warning against fake news that distorts reality and fuels division. He asserted that the community's shared concerns and problems require unity and solidarity, calling for resistance against racist, sectarian, and social ideologies that create discrimination. The Archbishop concluded by stating that participating in elections is part of upholding human dignity, regardless of affiliation, especially given the current difficult circumstances, and underscored the necessity of unity and joint action to confront challenges.
