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Yehimovich Blames Netanyahu for Poverty in Israel

After publication of report that over 700,000 children live below poverty line in Israel, ex-Labor head blames PM's economic policies.

Yehimovich Blames Netanyahu for Poverty in Israel

Bill: Cancel Debts in Honor of Shmitta

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni's proposal to cancel debts for families owing less than 400,000 shekel passes Committee vote.

Bill: Cancel Debts in Honor of Shmitta

Rivlin Launches 'Shmittah Project' to Help Poor Families

Project to help 5,000 families in need, evaluate how Israel handles poverty. Rivlin: 'All Israel responsible for one another.'

Rivlin Launches 'Shmittah Project' to Help Poor Families

War on Poverty a 'Historic Moment,' Says Minister

The government will allocate NIS 1.7 billion ($550 million) to the war on poverty in the 2015 budget.

War on Poverty a 'Historic Moment,' Says Minister

Emergency Aid Dispatched to Ukrainian Jewish Refugees

As Rosh Hashana approaches, some 5,000 Jews remain homeless, despite ceasefire between government and pro-Russian forces.

Emergency Aid Dispatched to Ukrainian Jewish Refugees

5774 Roundup: Year of Relief and Service for Israel’s Needy

How you can help give the more than 1.5 million Israelis in poverty a truly happy New Year.

5774 Roundup: Year of Relief and Service for Israel’s Needy

Report: To Cut Poverty, Govt. Must Spend Money

Israel needs to invest money in order to lower the poverty rate, a Knesset-appointed panel said in a report released Monday

Report: To Cut Poverty, Govt. Must Spend Money

Study: Poorer Families Not Taking Advantage of Free Dental Care

The law authorizing free dental care is not having the desired effect, a study shows.

Study: Poorer Families Not Taking Advantage of Free Dental Care

Israel Initiates Free Legal Representation for Poor

The Israel Lawyers Forum has authorized rules to appoint attorneys for those who cannot afford to pay for them.

Israel Initiates Free Legal Representation for Poor

50% of Holocaust Survivors Living Below Poverty Line

Shocking statistics show many survivors living off of less than 3,000 shekels per month - but that may change soon, MK says.

50% of Holocaust Survivors Living Below Poverty Line

Group: 12% of Israelis Forced to Take Passover Food Help

The Chasdei Naomi assistance organization said that 12% of Israelis had received some form of food assistance for Passover.

Group: 12% of Israelis Forced to Take Passover Food Help

Mesika: Leftist Hypocrites Blame Right for Poverty

Leftist politicians are being very cynical and dishonest by blaming poverty in Israel on 'the settlers,' said Gershon Mesika.

Mesika: Leftist Hypocrites Blame Right for Poverty

International Monetary Fund: Israel's GDP Growth Stable

Israel's GDP continues to grow, according to new report - but unemployment in specific populations continue to threaten that growth.

International Monetary Fund: Israel's GDP Growth Stable

Anger as Mayor Blocks Housing for Hareidi Jews

Mayor of Lod holds up housing project, says he doesn’t want ‘socio-economically weak’ hareidi Jews making his city poorer.

Anger as Mayor Blocks Housing for Hareidi Jews

MK: Worried About Poverty? Restore Child Payments

MK Chetboun reacts to poverty report with call to restore slashed benefits. ‘Child payments mean bread, milk.’

MK: Worried About Poverty? Restore Child Payments

Shas Attacks Government over ‘Poverty Storm’

Shas party head Aryeh Deri warns of ‘poverty storm’ as data shows 1.7 million under poverty line, including 23% of elderly.

Shas Attacks Government over ‘Poverty Storm’

Report: In Spite of Strong Economy, Israeli Poverty Still High

High unemployment among Arab women, hareidi men contributes towards Israel ranking bottom out of 35 OECD states.

Report: In Spite of Strong Economy, Israeli Poverty Still High

Tiberias Soup Kitchen Serves Hot Food Seasoned with Kindness

Restaurant-style soup kitchen in northern Israel provides those in need with nutrition - and dignity.

Tiberias Soup Kitchen Serves Hot Food Seasoned with Kindness

'Silent Tsunami' of Poverty Threatens Israel's Most Vulnerable

Yad Ezra V'Shulamit is helping Israel's poor to cope with budget cuts that have worsened their plight.

'Silent Tsunami' of Poverty Threatens Israel's Most Vulnerable

Meir Panim Makes the Holiday Possible for Needy Israelis

Pre-paid food cards aim to grant families in need "the dignity to make their celebrations special and joyful.”

Meir Panim Makes the Holiday Possible for Needy Israelis

Lapid Proud of ‘Historic’ Child Benefits Cut

‘We’re moving from benefits culture to work culture,’ Finance Minister boasts as child benefits are slashed.

Lapid Proud of ‘Historic’ Child Benefits Cut

Carmiel Official: 600 Need Housing, There Have Been Suicides

Six hundred families are waiting for public housing in Carmiel, but none is available. ‘This is a powder keg.’

Carmiel Official: 600 Need Housing, There Have Been Suicides

Met Council Head: 50% of New York Jews Face Poverty

William Rapfogel explains why the council believes in “piling on the services," talks about helping "the Jews we've been in denial about."

Met Council Head: 50% of New York Jews Face Poverty

Poverty Dramatically Increases Among New York's Jews

Poverty has risen dramatically in the New York Jewish community since 2002, according to a new UJA-Federation of New York report.

Poverty Dramatically Increases Among New York's Jews

NII: Govt. Edicts Will Make More People Poor

The three main “edicts” that the government is imposing this year will significantly increase the number of poor, it was announced.

NII: Govt. Edicts Will Make More People Poor

MK: Create an Alternative to Tel Aviv

MK Wortzman tackles housing crisis, child poverty in his first speech in Knesset.

MK: Create an Alternative to Tel Aviv

Fiery Debate: Why Aren't Israeli Arabs Loyal to State?

Jerusalem Conference debate: are Israeli Arabs alienated because they are poor, or poor because they are alienated?

Fiery Debate: Why Aren't Israeli Arabs Loyal to State?

Customs, Import Tax Canceled on Hundreds of Items

Israel's economy is about to receive another boost, with the cancelation of the customs tax on the import of hundreds of products.

Customs, Import Tax Canceled on Hundreds of Items

Report: Poverty Rate Drops, But Israel's Children Still Hungry

The poverty rates have dropped to levels not seen since 2003 – but a third of Israel's youth are still hungry, latest figures show.

Report: Poverty Rate Drops, But Israel's Children Still Hungry

Levi Gives Bonus to Workers

In Gesture to Protest Movement Rami Levi Gives His Bonus Away

Discount supermarket chain boss Rami Levi has decided to forego his quarterly bonus and give it to his lowest paid workers.

In Gesture to Protest Movement Rami Levi Gives His Bonus Away

Social Protests Target Bibi

PM Netanyahu is targeted by protesters who call for more government help for poor children, retired soldiers.

Social Protests Target Bibi

‘Statistical Poverty’ Grows

The number of Israel in "poverty” has grown again, but the statistical calculations in effect make the "circle of poverty” eternal.

‘Statistical Poverty’ Grows

Report: the Poor are Getting Richer

Market researchers say poverty in Israel is decreasing, and have stats to prove it. They also have some advice for policy-makers.

Report: the Poor are Getting Richer

MK: 'Cruel' Workplace to Blame for Poverty

MK Shelly Yechimovich says a “cruel” work culture is largely to blame for poverty in Israel.

MK: 'Cruel' Workplace to Blame for Poverty

Poverty Levels Stable for 2008

The level of poverty in Israel remained stable in 2009, says annual NII report.

Poverty Levels Stable for 2008

No, Mr. President, economic strain is not the reason

No, Mr. President, economic strain is not the reason