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Yair Golan Labels Ultra-Orthodox Community as Parasites Amid Campaign Launch
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First reported by Now 14 · Jul 20, 2026
What happened
Yair Golan, chairman of the Democratic Party, launched a campaign advocating universal conscription and education reforms while calling the ultra-Orthodox community "parasites" in a leaked recording, sparking controversy.
- 01Yair Golan calls ultra-Orthodox community parasites and criticizes their economic burden.
- 02Democratic Party campaign emphasizes universal military conscription and education reform.
- 03Golan demands a unified state education system with mandatory core studies.
- 04Party pledges to promote public transportation on Shabbat and civil marriage.
- 05Golan compares policies toward ultra-Orthodox to those toward Palestinians, suggesting separation or integration.
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