Thousands of Israeli military veterans, many of whom served in elite forces, have become a crucial backbone of the growing protest movement against the government's judicial overhaul plans. These soldiers-turned-protesters, such as Yiftach Golov, who himself served in special forces reconnaissance during the second intifada, have taken to the streets in large numbers to demand that the government scrap the legislation.
Golov and his fellow veterans say they are fighting for justice and liberty, similar to the American story symbolized by their flag. They feel a deep sense of responsibility to defend Israel's democracy, which they believe has been lacking for decades. The group, called "Brother and Sisters in Arms," has become increasingly active, with some members even organizing drumming groups that lead chants at protests.
Veterans like Golov have brought their military skills, including organization and mobilization, to the protests. They also share a deep motivation: the feeling of being part of something bigger than themselves and being willing to make sacrifices for the greater good. This sense of camaraderie and shared purpose has become a powerful force in the movement.
The pressure from these veteran protesters has been instrumental in pushing the government to pause the legislation, at least temporarily. However, many protesters remain skeptical about the delay, believing it may be just a stalling tactic to give Netanyahu some breathing room before he continues with the reforms.
For Golov and his fellow veterans, the fight is far from over. They will continue to protest until they are certain that Israel's democracy will remain functional and democratic. As Golov said, "We will start doing deactivation only when we know 100% that Israel state will stay a functional democratic country." The fate of Israel's future hangs in the balance, as these brave veterans stand firmly against what they believe is an attack on their country's core values.
Golov and his fellow veterans say they are fighting for justice and liberty, similar to the American story symbolized by their flag. They feel a deep sense of responsibility to defend Israel's democracy, which they believe has been lacking for decades. The group, called "Brother and Sisters in Arms," has become increasingly active, with some members even organizing drumming groups that lead chants at protests.
Veterans like Golov have brought their military skills, including organization and mobilization, to the protests. They also share a deep motivation: the feeling of being part of something bigger than themselves and being willing to make sacrifices for the greater good. This sense of camaraderie and shared purpose has become a powerful force in the movement.
The pressure from these veteran protesters has been instrumental in pushing the government to pause the legislation, at least temporarily. However, many protesters remain skeptical about the delay, believing it may be just a stalling tactic to give Netanyahu some breathing room before he continues with the reforms.
For Golov and his fellow veterans, the fight is far from over. They will continue to protest until they are certain that Israel's democracy will remain functional and democratic. As Golov said, "We will start doing deactivation only when we know 100% that Israel state will stay a functional democratic country." The fate of Israel's future hangs in the balance, as these brave veterans stand firmly against what they believe is an attack on their country's core values.
I mean, we've got our own veterans here who'd be happy to show up at a protest, but they're all like "I'm too old" or "I don't wanna leave my golf game". These guys are putting their lives on the line and actually leading the charge? Respect. 
. And let me tell you, their military background is giving them an edge when it comes to organizing and mobilizing - it's like they're using their skills to fight a different kind of war 
. I'm curious to see how this all plays out, but one thing's for sure: these veterans are not going down without a fight 
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. It's crazy to think that people who have fought for their country are now fighting for its democracy 
. I'm curious to see if these vets can actually bring about real change, or if this is just another case of politicians using protesters as a scapegoat 
, and it'll be interesting to watch how this all plays out 
. On one hand, you've got to respect their commitment to fighting for justice and liberty – it's inspiring to see people putting themselves out there for the greater good 
. At the same time, I'm a bit concerned that they're taking on a huge responsibility and might get burned if things don't go as planned 
. The delay is good, but we'll see how long it lasts and if it's just a temporary reprieve 
. One thing's for sure, though: the stakes are high, and the future of Israel's democracy hangs in the balance 
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. I don't know, it just feels like another example of how messed up politics is in Israel right now... Like, what even is the goal here? Are we just gonna keep going round and round until someone gets hurt? 
they're really making use of their military skills to organize protests and bring attention to the cause 
. The drumming groups at protests? Mind blown! Who knew military training could be so useful for social justice?