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Episode 21: Why won’t Haredim serve in the IDF? A deep dive with Shmuel Rosner

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The Haredi Dilemma: Service and Society

This chapter investigates the intricate relationship between the Haredi community and military service in Israel, highlighting societal pressures and historical context behind their low participation rates in the IDF. It discusses the evolution of military exemptions since the War of Independence and the political influences that shaped these decisions. The chapter also examines the cultural implications of community loyalty on young Haredi men's choices, raising critical questions about the future of military service and societal integration.

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