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Swords of Iron

Netanyahu, Bar, and all of Israel’s leaders failed and must step down

Israel’s failed leaders should step aside and make room for new leaders who will renew and rebuild the country.
Swords of Iron
Democracy

Israel’s internal fractures are a gift to its enemies

If we allow internal politics to once again fracture the country, then we risk losing not just the war, but the very soul of the state.
Democracy
Democracy

“The politicians will strengthen their influence over the appointment of judges”

In light of the turbulence shaking Israeli democracy, and the law altering the composition of the committee for selecting judges, Prof. Yedidia Stern, President of the Jewish People Policy Institute, was interviewed by The New York Times and offered his analysis.
Democracy
Democracy

A sober look at the 5 wedge issues setting Israel ablaze

Not all of them are existential threats, although a High Court ruling against ousting the Shin Bet chief could become a true crisis.
Democracy
Democracy

Israel’s not a dictatorship, but it’s headed toward becoming one

The danger of changing Israel’s character has increased. The country is still a vibrant democracy, but will it remain so?
Democracy

Newsletter 20.3.25

A civil struggle is unfolding in Israel as the government, which does not enjoy the public’s trust, seeks to oust two of its most important gatekeepers – the attorney general and the head of the Shin Bet. At the very same time, Israel is resuming its fight in Gaza and a large-scale mobilization may be required. This is an especially dangerous combination of circumstances. Will the government know how to restore calm on the domestic front in order to unite forces against the external threat?
Israel-Diaspora Relations

The Ideological Gap Among Jews in the Mahmoud Khalil Case

Even before Israel’s justified military response began, US university campuses were hotbeds of support for Hamas, orchestrated by figures like Mr. Khalil at Columbia University, who unabashedly called for Israel’s destruction.
Israel-Diaspora Relations
Antisemitism

In embracing Europe’s far right, Israel is playing with fire

For Jewish communities in France and beyond, this shift is not merely uncomfortable; it is existentially destabilizing
Antisemitism