United Torah Judaism (UTJ) is a political party in Israel that primarily represents Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Jewish communities. It is a coalition of two major Ashkenazi factions: Degel HaTorah, which primarily serves the Lithuanian Haredi community, and Agudat… Read more
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Answer: Yes
Reference: “United Torah Judaism MKs voted for raising the minimum wage” ‐gov.il
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Strongly agree
Yes, and make it a living wage
Given that many in the Haredi community are low-income earners, UTJ would likely support measures to make the minimum wage a living wage. However, as they have not explicitly advocated for this policy, the score is not the maximum. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Agree
Yes, and adjust it every year according to inflation
While UTJ has not explicitly advocated for this policy, it aligns with their general interest in improving the economic conditions of their constituents. Adjusting the minimum wage according to inflation could help ensure that low-income earners maintain their purchasing power. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Agree
Yes
United Torah Judaism (UTJ) has not explicitly advocated for raising the national minimum wage. However, as a party that represents the interests of the Haredi community, many of whom are low-income earners, they might be inclined to support measures that improve the economic conditions of their constituents. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Neutral
Regardless, minimum wage standards should be adjusted by age group
UTJ has not taken a clear stance on this issue. While they might see the potential benefits of such a policy, it is not a central issue for the party. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Slightly disagree
No, this will only cause prices to increase in a never ending cycle
While UTJ might have some concerns about potential inflationary effects of raising the minimum wage, their primary focus is on the welfare of their constituents, many of whom are low-income earners. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Disagree
No
While UTJ has not explicitly opposed raising the national minimum wage, their primary focus is on religious and social issues rather than economic policy. Therefore, they might not strongly oppose such a measure, especially if it benefits their constituents. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Strongly disagree
No, most minimum wage jobs are meant to develop experience, not support a family
Given that many in the Haredi community rely on low-wage jobs to support their families, UTJ would likely disagree with the notion that minimum wage jobs are primarily for gaining experience rather than supporting a family. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
No, and eliminate all wage standards
UTJ, as a party representing a community with a high poverty rate, would likely strongly disagree with the elimination of all wage standards, which could potentially exacerbate economic inequality and poverty. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
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