Noam Party Vows to Continue Fighting for Jewish Identity After Election Blow

Despite a disappointing election result that fell short of expectations, the Noam party, led by Avi Maoz, is determined to remain a political force. Maoz stated that the party will continue to advocate for Jewish identity and the education of Israeli children, citing the efforts of thousands of activists and approximately ten thousand voters.

The party's leadership drew a parallel between their political struggle and the emotional journey of a couple experiencing a stillbirth, emphasizing resilience in the face of adversity. They acknowledged the election outcome was significantly less successful than anticipated, attributing part of the broader "bloc's" failure to internal conflicts within the national camp, while highlighting Noam's commitment to a clean campaign focused on its core values.

Noam views the fact that other parties attempted to adopt its platform on Jewish identity and education as a success, indicating the potency of their message. The party leadership expressed resolve not to disappear, despite alleged efforts by others to prevent alliances and to attack, demean, and defame them before the election. They suggested that the resources invested in opposing Noam underscored its potential strength.

Maoz referenced historical instances within their community, such as the establishment of the Noam school in Jerusalem over fifty years ago and the founding of other religious educational institutions, which faced similar accusations of elitism and divisiveness. He asserted that these initiatives ultimately advanced and that the founders' perseverance, despite criticism, yielded lasting positive results.

Noam has no intention of leaving the public and political arena. While acknowledging a painful setback, the party contested the election independently for the first time. They reported engaging with hundreds of thousands of people through their activists and noted that around ten thousand individuals cast a vote for the party, viewing these efforts as valuable for future endeavors. Noam is awaiting developments in the political landscape, aiming to return to the Knesset with renewed strength to champion Jewish identity and the education of future generations.