Opinion Piece Criticizes Those Weakening Haredi Political Power
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
An opinion piece criticizes individuals and groups who weaken the political power of Haredi Knesset members, then complain about their lack of influence. The author argues these critics offer no solutions and damage the community's standing. The piece urges Haredi voters to support their established parties and leaders, rather than those who undermine them.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Critics weaken Haredi political power then complain about its ineffectiveness, according to an opinion piece.
- The author questions the achievements of those who attack Haredi lawmakers without offering solutions.
- Some Haredi individuals are accused of damaging their community's reputation in the media.
- Progressive-leaning individuals identifying as Haredi are criticized for appearing on news programs.
- The piece urges Haredi voters to support their established parties and leaders.
- The author compares the situation to deflating tires and then questioning why a vehicle is stuck.
An opinion piece argues that certain individuals and groups undermine the political power of Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Knesset members, only to then complain about their perceived lack of influence. The author contends that these critics offer no constructive solutions, instead suggesting further weakening of Haredi parties, thereby avoiding responsibility for outcomes.
The article criticizes those who constantly attack Haredi lawmakers without offering tangible improvements or solutions. It questions what these critics have achieved beyond shouting, giving interviews, or convincing others that Haredi representatives are ineffective. The piece highlights that some within the Haredi community have stopped voting for Haredi parties, citing reasons such as insufficient attention to working Haredim or, conversely, a perceived lack of religious fervor. Some have actively worked to damage the reputation of Haredi Judaism in the media, with their pronouncements allegedly hindering efforts to advance legislation beneficial to the community, such as regulating the status of yeshiva students.
The author further criticizes individuals who have adopted progressive worldviews but still identify as Haredi, appearing on news programs to 'explain' the Haredi public. These individuals, the piece claims, are actually seeking to dismantle Haredi society and gain attention, while the broader Haredi community remains united behind its leaders in opposing decrees against Torah scholars.
The article concludes by urging Haredi voters to remain loyal to their leaders and strengthen Haredi parties, rather than supporting extremists or joining a group of complainers. It likens the situation to someone letting the air out of tires and then being surprised the vehicle isn't moving, implying that those who weaken Haredi political power should not then question why it is ineffective.