Slonim Rebbe Seen as Key Obstacle to Left-Led Government
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Political commentator Amit Segal believes the Slonim Rebbe is the main obstacle to forming a left-led government in Israel. The Rebbe, described as embodying "religious conservatism and deep-rooted right-wing views," opposes any coalition with the "change bloc." This stance significantly impacts MK Meir Porush, whose spiritual mentor is the Rebbe. Segal suggests the "change bloc's" focus on Rabbi Landau is a tactical mistake, with the Rebbe being the more critical figure.
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- The Slonim Rebbe is identified as the primary obstacle to a left-led government in Israel.
- The Rebbe embodies "religious conservatism and deep-rooted right-wing views," opposing a coalition with the "change bloc."
- MK Meir Porush's spiritual mentor, the Slonim Rebbe, is reportedly a staunch opponent of such a government.
- Commentator Amit Segal believes the "change bloc's" focus on Rabbi Landau is a tactical error.
- The Haredi parties' main goal is reportedly to join a unity government.
Political commentator Amit Segal has analyzed the obstacles facing the formation of an alternative government in Israel, particularly concerning the Haredi parties. Segal suggests that the Haredi parties' primary goal is to join a unity government. They understand that despite earlier assumptions, a reconciliation between the two major blocs will not marginalize them, especially given political shifts and Avigdor Lieberman's stances. In such a scenario, Segal notes, there would be little opposition to benefits for the Haredi community from parties like Yisrael Beiteinu, Yair Golan, Arab factions, or Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Segal identifies the Slonim Rebbe as a significant impediment to a left-led government, describing him as embodying "religious conservatism and deep-rooted right-wing views." Consequently, as far as the Rebbe is concerned, a government headed by the left is not on the agenda.
However, Segal clarifies that a shift of Haredi parties to the "change bloc" faces a major hurdle. While Gadi Eisenkot and Lieberman signal that unity is unlikely and concessions will only be granted for switching sides, the "change bloc's" focus solely on Rabbi Landau's circle is a tactical error. The main problem lies with MK Meir Porush, whose spiritual mentor, the Slonim Rebbe, is reportedly a staunch opponent of joining any government with the "change bloc." The Rebbe had previously blocked the conscription law.