MK Avi Maoz Runs Independently, Vows Equal Education Funding and Opposes Draft for Torah Students
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By כיכר השבת, ישי כהן, ישי כהן
First reported by Arutz Sheva · Aug 10, 2026
What happened
MK Avi Maoz of Noam LeIsrael declares an independent run to protect the right-wing bloc, aiming for the Education Ministry. He promises equal funding for all students regardless of curriculum and opposes drafting Torah learners, pledging to support enlistment for others under religious conditions. Maoz appeals to ultra-Orthodox, religious-nationalist, and traditional voters, positioning himself as a key right-wing ally.
- 01MK Avi Maoz commits to running independently to save the right-wing bloc and become Education Minister.
- 02He promises equal education funding for all children, regardless of core curriculum studies.
- 03Maoz opposes drafting Torah students but supports enlistment for others with religious accommodations.
- 04He appeals to voters from Shas, United Torah Judaism, and the traditional public sectors.
- 05Maoz rejects claims his run risks splitting right-wing votes, positioning as a loyal right-wing coalition member.
- 06He is recruiting unexpected candidates and open to alliances with disappointed ultra-Orthodox voters.
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