In the video: Benjamin Netanyahu on the bus with the armored glass (Likud spokespersons)
According to the readings on the social networks of the so-called Gush Rlav, the feeling in recent weeks is that Israel is on the brink of the abyss. Every day another line arrives. His position as the breadwinner and the cannon fodder - has been exposed.
The sentiment is understandable. This is not another case of loser petulance by a camp that is unable to accept the election results. It is clear that an elected government is supposed to promote its own policies - but it cannot act as the government of its voters only. A shared existence infrastructure created in - 75 years of the existence of the state is not something that can be deviated from in the spirit of a coalition agreement, making sure not under a clear but narrow majority of 4 mandates. Imagine: the "Change" bloc wins a similar majority and decides to abolish the rabbinate, or state that wearing a headscarf in public spaces is not legitimate Does this sound reasonable to anyone?
So that's it, yes.
The important number that was revealed last weekend is not the amount of LGBT people in the media, nor even the budget of the barracks that will exceed that of the IDF soldiers.
The number actually comes from a survey by Olpan Shishi according to which 80% of the voters of the right-wing bloc are actually satisfied with the emerging government.
Contrary to the impression created by a certain softening/disillusionment of network influencers from what is left of the liberal right on social networks, and in complete contradiction to Prime Minister Lapid's strategy to "appeal to the warm hearts" of the Likudniks who are "shocked" by what they received when his name appeared on the ballot - the reality is in fact clear like no other, and mandatory A clear definition of the situation.
The change camp is careful to explain from the beginning of the political crisis that they are not boycotting the Likud but Bibi, who is accused of crimes (and after the unity government with Gantz is also not reliable as a political partner), and directs the fire mainly at MKs from the national religious sector or the ultra-Orthodox.
But the truth is different:
Religious Zionism is a small party that represents a relatively small sector.
In other circumstances, and with a less hysterical Netanyahu, they could easily find themselves outside the Knesset, as was the case in the previous election rounds.
It must be said clearly: the loudness, the arrogance, as well as the dogmatic trolling, express a still relatively small part of the people.
luckily for us.
Leave him - go after his voters.
Netanyahu (photo: official website, no)
As for the ultra-orthodox, this is a significant sector, which is growing at the expense of the secular donkey that supports them, and if necessary is also used as cannon fodder.
But even in this case, one must pay attention to the nuances: there is no Shas law like the law of Torah Judaism. Shas, in the end, is a more moderate, more inclusive party.
Whereas Torah Judaism has never looked at the Zionist state as an instrument.
This is a separatist public that is interested in budgets.
If on the way can I get more?
Why not: generators to produce electricity on Shabbat, additional standards for ultra-Orthodox only in the public service, and more - we give, we don't take?
Those who really need to be included in the protest campaign that will arise (and it will arise), are the Likud voters.
A member of the Knesset in the emerging coalition says that for him a ban on accepting a gay couple in a hotel due to their orientation is something that the state should not interfere with;
An MK from the same sector explains that if there is a choice - a Jewish doctor can choose not to treat an Arab - all of this under the abstract and limitless guise of "violation of religious belief" (and if my religious belief holds that children should be sacrificed for world peace, should I be considered?)
. Not a single MK in Likud stands up and says in his voice - this is excessive.
From the judicial system, through the denial of budgets to the violation of the rights of LGBT people. On the contrary, out of some childish understanding of the "value dilemma" they find themselves in, Likud voters get off the hook cheaply and receive celebratory discounts along the lines of "I'm sure they hate all of this, but personal security is more important ". So that's it, no:
The survey unfortunately proves that a very large part of the people supports these moves and does not renounce them.
he wants
This is how Israel will look.
More in Walla!
Netanyahu disavows the statements of his accomplices, but this is the porridge he himself cooked
To the full article
And not a single MK in Likud stood up and said in his voice - this is excessive. Likud supporters protest (Photo: Reuven Castro)
It's time to talk about the elephant in the room: the fear of attacking the Likudniks.
For years, Netanyahu's propaganda machine worked well in turning every criticism into "conceit", every dispute into "racism" and every unfavorable division into "deprivation".
But the truth is that, in stark contrast to what Galit Distel and others say, the "Likhodniks" are not just hard-working people from Amidar housing estates in the periphery.
It is permissible and worthwhile to look at the results of the polls: the Likud's power center comes from the masses of the huge publics in central cities such as Rishon Lezion and Petah Tikva, Netanya and Holon.
That is where the center of gravity of the middle and upper-middle class resides - which currently constitutes the majority of the Israeli public.
In the "Game of Thrones" series, each episode opens with a topographical map of the rival houses, against the backdrop of the monumental atmosphere.
Despite the peak viewing and the devout fan base that knows every detail, the creators felt that it was necessary to repeatedly remind the viewers who the warring tribes are and where they are located.
It seems to me that this is also true in today's Israel.
So here it is, with apologies to former President Robbie Rivlin: one country, two seas and some not very rude generalizations.
Tribe A: religious scores.
Including a religious elite that in the past voted for the MPDL, mostly Ashkenazi, educated and affluent. Along with them: the ultra-Orthodox - more religious, more nationalist, less elitist.
A kind of closeness of hearts between Ra'anana and Bat Ein.
Tribe B: Likudniks.
A party that is a group and vice versa.
who are they?
Mainly Mizrahim and a minority of ex-Soviet people.
Seemingly also a few 'libertarians' of the past, but apparently today it is mainly Levin's opponent and his wife.
Traditional lite.
Leumiim Lite.
Working.
Paying taxes.
And contrary to what Galit Distel says - neither enslaved nor impoverished.
True, Likud has a high representation in Pituach towns, but also in Petah Tikva, Rishon Lezion, Netanya and Holon.
Tribe C: The ultra-Orthodox.
A fairly homogenous, fairly separatist minority group that has had the worst thing happen to a privileged minority: it's not so much a minority anymore.
Tribe D: Arabs, in permanent underrepresentation.
With the exception of Ram since Mansur Abbas, they are not a real part of the conversation.
The 5th tribe: The last camp.
who are they?
Everyone in the continuum between Israel, our home, and work.
Many Arabs of Ashkenazim and Mizrahi, secular and traditional, rich and poor, more national and less national.
And what characterizes them?
Sane Israeliness.
They are the real underdogs.
that they don't understand where they live.
The tribe of God is apparently the majority.
It includes what was once called the left and today it is summed up in 4 mandates of Labor and another three of the late Meretz. A large minority from among a number of minorities who have not been able to form an alliance with other minorities.
The struggle will not begin until that public wakes up, understands the road map of the Israeli choice, and will call the child by his name: the majority of the Israeli public is actually very satisfied with what is happening - it is Netanyahu and the media who are left behind.
news
opinions and interpretations
Tags
Benjamin Netanyahu