The dancing Breslov faction known as the “Nach Nachim” in Eretz Yisrael is planning to launch a political party, Ladaat.info reports. These are the chassidim who wear the ‘Na Na Nachman M’Uman’ large knitted yarmulkes and dance in the streets.

The report states the Nach Nachim accuse Shas and Yahadut HaTorah of only worrying about themselves while ignoring the baal tshuva community in particular. As such, they do not receive their fair share, not regarding funding, mosdos or other areas of entitlement , adding they are confident they speak for thousands of baalei tshuva who will vote for them.

Realizing the reality of the Israeli political scene, others are likely to announce their intention to run in the election. In the past, dozens of parties have appeared on ballots on Election Day, most failing to pass the minimum threshold to enter Knesset.

What is significant is the fact the many parties who clearly do not have a chance of a seat take votes from others parties that may lose a seat or more as a result.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)