Commentator Sparks Outrage With Remarks on Bedouin Women and 'Change Bloc'
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Commentator Ayla Hasson has caused a storm with her remarks about the "Change Bloc," describing Bedouin women in the Negev with offensive stereotypes. She characterized them as "battered women" who become "old women" at 26, and suggested the bloc is akin to the Muslim Brotherhood. Her comments have been widely condemned as shameful and a disgrace.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Commentator Ayla Hasson made controversial remarks about Bedouin women and the "Change Bloc."
- Hasson described Bedouin women as "battered" and "old women" at age 26.
- She linked the "Change Bloc" to the Muslim Brotherhood and questioned its patriotism.
- The remarks have sparked significant backlash and condemnation.
- Hasson's comments touched on polygamy and the perceived future of Israel.
Israeli commentator Ayla Hasson has ignited controversy following remarks she made about the "Change Bloc," which she characterized by making sweeping generalizations about Bedouin women in the Negev. Hasson stated, "What is the Change Bloc? Bedouin women in the Negev, with veils, who are usually battered women. And after they get older and become 'old women' of 26, the husband brings another woman. And after she reaches the age of 25, he brings another woman."
Hasson concluded her commentary with an attack on political partners within the bloc and questions about the nation's future, referencing Israeli fighters. She asked, "The Muslim Brotherhood is the Change Bloc, you say? Don't you care about the history of the State of Israel and the people of Israel? Don't you care about our future? The fighters fought here, this is truly a shame and disgrace!"
The remarks have drawn significant backlash, with critics condemning the broad and offensive stereotypes used to describe an entire community and political group.
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