Time to give olim a voice: Israel’s immigrants deserve more than symbolic representation - opinion
Why aren’t olim better represented in government?
Israel, a country built by immigrants, has long recognized the importance of aliyah in strengthening the nation. However, despite the significant contributions of English-speaking immigrants, numbering 250,000-300,000, the political establishment has largely overlooked their needs. These olim have made substantial contributions to Israeli society, serving as ambassadors, diplomats, government advisers, lawyers, entrepreneurs, and policy experts.
Yet, they remain underrepresented in government, with political parties rarely reserving realistic positions on their electoral lists for immigrants. This missed opportunity could be rectified by better representation and support for these immigrants, who have already proven their value to the nation.
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