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Ultra-Orthodox leftists

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Published: 17 June 2017

Last updated: 4 March 2024

The ultra-Orthodox Jewish leftists in Israel who aren't afraid to admit it – Judy Maltz – Haaretz 15.06.17
As growing numbers of Haredi Jews join the army, enrol in universities and find employment outside their community, they're coming out on issues like peace and better social services in Arab East Jerusalem.

And: Meet Dina Dayan, the Haredi, Mizrahi feminist who wants to be Israel's next prime minister – Eylon Aslan-Levy – Tablet Magazine 13.06.17
The Haredi, Mizrahi feminist from Mitzpe Ramon wants to upend the Labor Party, and her campaign video is going viral

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