Reply To: Over 70% of Orthodox Jews are Chareidim

The big mass influx of Russians to Israel (many many of whom are goyim – but that is a whole ‘nother discussion) diluted the vote and made everyone else – religious and irreligious Jews – be a smaller portion. Nevertheless, and despite this dilution, the Chareidi parties have virtually maintained their seating strenghth in the Parliment while everyone became smaller. So that is an indication of greater growth among Chareidim.