Published: 31 January 2017
Last updated: 4 March 2024
The last 12 months were an opportunity for PM Netanyahu to show how much he cares about the Diaspora, and to allow Israel to shine as an example of religious pluralism in a region with precious little of it. And we have nothing. It may be time for Diaspora Jewish religious and communal leaders to follow the suggestion of MK Elazar Stern and boycott Israeli leaders.
Ultra-Orthodox MKs tell Netanyahu to cancel Western Wall compromise – The Times of Israel 30.01.17
A year after historic government decision, top state rabbis insist lawmakers must undo deal facilitating pluralistic prayer at holy site. Will not allow government to change status quo or recognise Reform Movement.
And see:
Is American Jewish support for Israel slipping? Do Israelis care? December 10, 2016
Ultra-Orthodox hail Trump as blow to US Jews’ clout in Israel November 19, 2016
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