Splinter parties jockey for position as election deadline looms
Summary
The Times of Israel Daily Briefing discusses the final days before the October 27 Israeli election, focusing on last-minute party slates. Host Jessica Steinberg and correspondent Sam Sool analyze how new right-wing factions, including Avigdor Lieberman’s party, threaten to siphon votes from Netanyahu’s coalition. They also cover a significant shift in Haredi politics, highlighting a new party advocating for secular education and military service, which challenges traditional rabbinic authority and reflects growing community dissatisfaction.
Topics discussed
Intro, apology for missed episode, and sponsor read
New party slates and the election deadline
The 'Third Bloc' and small party jockeying
Ofir Winter's party and impact on Netanyahu
Break and sponsor read for Wandering Jews
Haredi Public party and call for enlistment
Challenging Das Torah and Shas voter loss
Long-term Haredi changes and week ahead
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