Orthodox Democrat Aron Wieder Re-elected to New York Assembly
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Orthodox community leader Aron Wieder was re-elected to the New York State Assembly as a Democrat, defeating his Republican rival. He stressed the importance of the ultra-Orthodox community's alignment with the Democratic Party for local influence and noted the rise in religious Jewish representation in the legislature to seven members. Wieder also addressed concerns about anti-Semitism, stating that religious Jewish areas remain calm, and urged Israelis not to panic.
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- Orthodox Democrat Aron Wieder won re-election to the New York State Assembly.
- Wieder stated that aligning with the Democratic Party is crucial for advocating for the ultra-Orthodox community in New York.
- The number of Orthodox assembly members in New York has increased to seven.
- Wieder acknowledged anti-Semitic sentiments but noted calm in religious Jewish areas.
- He advised Israelis against panic, attributing Jewish future to God.
Orthodox community figure Aron Wieder has been re-elected to the New York State Assembly, defeating his Republican opponent. In an interview with Kol Barama radio, Wieder discussed the influence of the ultra-Orthodox community in American politics, emphasizing the strategic importance of aligning with the Democratic Party for effective advocacy within New York. He noted that most Hasidic residents in his region support the Democrats, as party affiliation enables influence over candidate nominations and local decision-making.
Wieder highlighted the increasing representation of religious Jews in the state legislature, with the number of Orthodox assembly members rising from five to seven following the recent elections. He believes this expanded presence of Haredi politicians facilitates better protection of Jewish community interests and participation in budget allocations.
While acknowledging anti-Israel and anti-Semitic sentiments in some U.S. cities, Wieder stated that areas with concentrated religious Jewish populations remain calm. He urged Israelis not to panic, asserting that the future of the Jewish people is ultimately in God's hands, not solely dependent on politicians.
A native of Brooklyn, Wieder received his education at the Machzikei Hadas yeshiva and has lived in Rockland County's Spring Valley for over three decades. His political career began in 2008 with the East Ramapo school board, which he later led. He also served as an assistant to the mayor of Spring Valley and a Rockland County legislator before his election to the New York State Assembly in 2024. In his role, Wieder focuses on education, budget policy, public safety, and local community development.