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Israelis support equality in sharing the burden, but are uncertain about the Peri Law
Written by on 17/09/2013
In the 2013 Religion and State Index, a wide majority of Israelis expressed support for drafting ultra-Orthodox men and other significant measures to equally shoulder the national burden.
Hiddush at the forefront of Supreme Court litigation in equality in sharing the burden
Written by on 01/09/2013
While it is a trying analogy, one cannot escape that fact that Al Capone was thrown in jail for evading taxes after the authorities followed his money trail. We foresee a similar trend in the religion and state battle today in Israel.
High Court demands explanation over delay in haredi draft
Written by on 25/08/2013
Court issues order compelling Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon to explain his decision to postpone yeshiva students' military draft in apparent violation of the law • Hiddush: Why is the government still funding yeshiva students?
Follow the Money! Hiddush in the forefront of litigation on equality in sharing the burden
Written by on 21/08/2013
Hiddush is working to promote equality of sharing the burden in Israel's judiciary branch and also gets a hat tip from MK Moshe Gafni
Petition to Halt Funding to 10,000 Avreichim
Written by on 31/07/2013
Hiddush attorney Uri Regev tells the court that the state is acting in a discriminatory faction by permitting yeshiva students to push off their service while others do not receive such an option.
Israel Vote Sharpens Debate Over Orthodox Sway
Written by on 24/01/2013
Middle-class frustration with the privileges and subsidies enjoyed by ultra-Orthodox Israelis influences elections.
Kosher, or Not?
Written by on 05/09/2012
Hiddush appeal to Supreme Court, ad in LA Jewish Journal, ‘policy of hatred’, and petition to PM Netanyahu.
Lapid announces hollow plan to integrate ultra-Orthodox
Written by on 02/05/2012
Yair Lapid proposes a five year exemption of yeshiva students. Hiddush President Uri Regev warns: "This would be the end of the People's army"
Are you with the 82%?
Written by on 22/03/2012
Hiddush combats the Tal Law extension, fights discrimination in army service, and continues to work for the rights of women.
All time high in yeshiva student numbers: about 114,000
Written by on 22/02/2012
How many new publicly funded yeshiva students have there been in the past two year? The answer: 11,000. And how many new yeshiva students have either enlisted in the army or national service increased by only 500.
Hiddush commends Supreme Court ruling on Tal Law
Written by on 22/02/2012
Today’s historic Supreme Court ruling, by a majority of 6:3, voided the “Tal Law” and said mass exemption of Yeshiva students from military service must be stopped
Fact Sheet on Army Evasion
Written by on 08/02/2012
Percentage of Growth of Exemptions Given to Yeshiva Students since the Founding of the State: 15,000%. Number of Yeshiva Students Who Evaded the Draft Last Year: 8,500
15,000% Growth in army exemptions for yeshiva students since 1948
Written by on 08/02/2012
Number of current yeshiva students receiving deferments estimated at 58,000. Hiddush President Adv. Rabbi Uri Regev: “Any extension of the Tal Law does a huge disservice to the proud concept of the Peoples’ Army. The public will not tolerate continued discrimination in favor of the ultra-Orthodox; any extension will see great consequences in the next election.”
Social Justice Cont'd
Written by on 26/01/2012
Uri Regev comments on new proposal for subsidized housing which overwhelmingly favors ultra-Orthodox over the working middle class.
Say no to unfair housing subsidies!
Written by on 26/01/2012
Hiddush Petition against suggested guidelines for affordable housing that blatantly favor ultra-Orthodox applicants