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Religious Zionist MK Solomon Reverses Course, Supports Basic Law on Torah Study

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Religious Zionist MK Solomon Reverses Course, Supports Basic Law on Torah Study
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 31 minutes ago

What happened

Religious Zionist MK Moshe Solomon reversed his opposition and supported the amended Basic Law on Torah Study, citing independent judgment and responsibility despite personal and political costs. He criticized the exclusion of dissenting voices in the Knesset and called for leadership based on principles rather than factionalism.

  • 01MK Moshe Solomon reversed his opposition and supports the amended Basic Law on Torah Study.
  • 02He faced political and personal consequences for his earlier stance, including committee removals.
  • 03Solomon criticized the Knesset for excluding independent thinkers from committees.
  • 04He emphasized voting based on what is right for Israel, not factional loyalty or anger.
  • 05Solomon affirmed belief in Torah study, Israel, unity, and harmonizing these values.

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SrugimRight · Hebrew9 minutes ago
Religious Zionist MK Solomon Reverses Course, Supports Basic Law on Torah Study
Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew31 minutes ago
MK Meir Porush Condemns Opposition in Rare Knesset Speech Supporting Torah Study Law

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