Daniela: “OK ifti99 but that will now not be a “danger” any longer, due to the fantastic govt that was somehow put together. Now what will be next? Soldiers are unwanted in modern warfare, work hours are superfluous in our highly automated production lines. However these hours have to be paid – and not a pittance, either. Yet they will not increase productivity or GDP. Where do you plan to obtain the resources to finance all of this? The economy is already as squeezed as conceivably possible, increasing taxation might even decrease revenue (start-ups will move elsewhere). Social expenses have already been cut. Foreign investors will not rush to invest, especially if social turmoil increases. Please explain to us your plan.”
I’m not the Israeli Finance Minister. However, for a smart woman, your post is most disappointing. What is your point? That we don’t need soldiers or workers? Are you really serious?
Israel’s economy is amazingly vibrant. The growth includes areas such as agriculture, high tech, energy, textiles, finance, etc etc. How do you contribute to it?
Israel’s military is the best in the region. They have survived against all odds as a lamb among 70 wolves.
Other than take money from those who developed this economy, please explain how you are contributing to it. I am amazed at the mind gyrations some people make in order to justify not working and not serving. They are those who contribute and there are those who take.
Again, do you really think the country would be better off if every able bodied male just learned full time? Or do you just insist that every non-chareidi work in order to support your lifestyle?
I have no problem with people learning in Kollel for years, IF their family can afford to support them, or if they can somehow support themselves. I have a big problem with an entire community choosing to learn full time, while expecting all the workers to support them. Apparently, most of the country agrees with me. If not, the chareidi parties would have won the majority of seats, no?