Iyun Podcast Episode 17 - Facts on the Ground: Hasbara to American Chareidim
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Feb 3, 2025 Yitzchak Adlerstein, Director of Interfaith Affairs for the Simon Wiesenthal Center and recent immigrant to Israel, discusses the cultural divide between American and Israeli Haredi communities. He highlights the misconceptions about army service and integration efforts in Israel. The conversation dives into the ethical dilemmas faced by Anglo-Haredim regarding conscription and the challenges of facilitating community dialogues in the U.S. Additionally, Adlerstein sheds light on the In Step Together initiative aimed at fostering understanding and bridging gaps within Haredi identities.
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In Step Together's Origin
- A marketer, concerned about his children serving in the IDF, initiated In Step Together.
- This organization aims to bridge the gap between Israeli and American Haredi communities regarding IDF service.
Information Sources and Misconceptions
- American Haredim primarily get their news from sources like Mishpacha, Agudah briefings, and Yeshiva World News.
- These sources offer a limited perspective on the realities in Israel, leading to misunderstandings.
Growing Rift Between Communities
- The relationship between the Dati Leumi and Haredi communities has deteriorated significantly.
- The rift goes beyond army service, stemming from differing views on societal integration and official messaging.