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Unprecedented Move: High School Yeshiva Heads Oppose Protest Votes
In an unprecedented move ahead of the upcoming elections, prominent heads of ultra-Orthodox high school yeshivas have issued a joint historical letter. For the first time, these educational leaders have taken a public stance on an electoral matter, having previously avoided endorsing specific political factions. The letter directly addresses the controversial electoral run of the 'Haredi Public' party, led by Motti Leitner, which has faced severe criticism for acting as a futile protest vote. Although polls show the party far below the electoral threshold, Leitner has refused to withdraw from the race despite mounting pressure from right-wing leadership.