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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I wasn't asking about the work / handout issue.  I was asking about Israel's continuing support of them in their buildout of settlements in the West Bank.  As a Jew, do you think this is a policy that is helpful for the Jewish people generally?  Does the Ultra Orthodox segment of the population now effectively hold the country, and arguably Jewish people worldwide, hostage?  Do you think Israel will ever be viewed popularly in the rest of the world if the settlements continue?

I don't think you can simply say it's not your concern because it's complicated, or because you don't live in Israel.  The fundamental purpose of Israel is to provide a safe haven for Jews, but isn't that now being put at risk because of the Ultra-Orthodox and the country's policy of supporting them?  Doesn't that affect all Jews worldwide?[/quote]

Its not the ultra-orthodox Jews who are building the settlements, its nationalistic Jews - thats why I got confused and answered regarding hand-outs.  Again, I cant comment on Israeli policies.  Sorry if this violates my "ask me anything" premise.  [/quote]

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