The Victory That Could Come at a Heavy Price | Opinion
Michael Sperber argues that although the Haredi parties have achieved a significant political victory, there is concern that the growing identification between the world of Torah and political struggle could erode its public legitimacy and…
Assessment
A political victory for the Haredi parties may carry a hidden cost. The growing identification of the Torah world with political struggle risks eroding its public legitimacy, turning a short-term gain into a long-term strategic loss. The question is whether the political establishment can separate its achievements from the broader societal perception of its role.