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Gov’t aims to pass law on haredi draft by August 15
Written by on 11/07/2013
Declaration comes in High Court hearing addressing requests for immediate drafting of haredim, cut in subsidies for yeshivot.
The "Hardak" Phenomenon and the next phase in the ultra-Orthodox service conflict
Written by on 24/06/2013
What started as an anticipated and natural debate over ultra-Orthodox enlistment in the army turned into an unruly wave of internal violence against ultra-Orthodox IDF soldiers
What is "Shivyon B'netel?"
Written by on 23/06/2013
"Equality in Sharing the Burden" is the hottest topic in Israel today.
Video Blog: Equality in Sharing the Burden
Written by on 10/06/2013
Covering the biggest topic in Israel's religion and state conflict
82% of Yesh Atid voters want immediate ultra-Orthodox draft
Written by on 21/04/2013
61% of the general public is in favor of an immediate draft of yeshiva students. Hiddush CEO Rabbi Regev: "The public's message is clear. Equality in sharing the burden must begin immediately."
82% of Yesh Atid voters want immediate ultra-Orthodox draft
Written by on 21/04/2013
61% of the general public is in favor of an immediate draft of yeshiva students. Hiddush CEO Rabbi Regev: "The public's message is clear. Equality in sharing the burden must begin immediately."
Why did MK Moshe Gafni single out Hiddush in the Knesset?
Written by on 11/04/2013
MK Moshe Gafni (UTJ) is right about one thing: Hiddush works tirelessly to provide up-to-date facts and figures to policymakers on religion/state issues to advance the freedoms that were promised to Israelis in the Declaration of Independence.
New government coalition agreement will grant close to 50,000 exemptions for yeshiva students from the Israeli army
Written by on 21/03/2013
New coalition agreement plan will grant almost 50,000 additional exemptions for yeshiva students from serving in the army. The IDF enlists 46,000 jewish males each year. Where is the equality here?
High Court of Justice brings standardized testing to ultra-Orthodox schools
Written by on 21/02/2013
Israeli High Court of Justice decision will bring greater Ultra-Orthodox involvement in society and as a result, more economic growth.
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.
'Government unfit to rule'
Written by on 17/07/2012
Kadima party leaves coalition over failure of universal draft law. Shahar Ilan of Hiddush: "The government we are left with is unfit to rule, it's a government of discrimination."
Hiddush VP testifies: No partner in ultra-Orthodox leadership
Written by on 03/06/2012
Hiddush Vice President Shahar Ilan testified last week before the Plesner Committee on Equal Sharing of Civic Burdens. “Anyone who thinks there is a respected ultra-Orthodox authority who is ready to encourage yeshiva students to serve should suggest him. Even Rav Shteinman, presented as a moderate, leads the fight against compulsory service."
83% of Jewish Israelis want change in housing subsidies
Written by on 23/04/2012
83% of Jewish Israelis believe housing subsidies should follow the recommendations of the Trajtenberg Committee, as opposed to current policies which overwhelmingly favor the ultra-Orthodox population.
83% of Jewish Israelis believe housing subsidies conditional on willingness to work to your ability
Written by on 23/04/2012
83% of Jewish Israelis believe housing subsidies should follow the recommendations of the Trajtenberg Committee, as opposed to current policies which overwhelmingly favor the ultra-Orthodox population, who in large part do not seek to join the work force. President of Hiddush, Rabbi Uri Regev, called on government officials to heed the call of the Israeli public.
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.