מאמרים

Thin constitution needed to stabilize the government amid political crisis

Israel’s political future depends on adopting a thin constitution that prioritizes stability, fairness, and compromise, ensuring democratic governance amid internal divisions.
Thin constitution needed to stabilize the government amid political crisis
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Antisemitism

Fighting antisemitism beyond politics: Building alliances, not boycotting

In fighting Jew-hatred, we must build alliances rather than boycotting activists willing to fly to Jerusalem and denounce Jew-haters.
Antisemitism
Democracy

Dysfunction has taken root at the highest levels of Israel’s government

We are a country at war. In moments like this, the nation needs unity and, above all, leadership. What we are getting instead is chaos.
Democracy
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

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
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
Democracy

Dividing Israel: How politics of trust threatens inquiry into October 7

We are deliberatively denuding ourselves of any ability to identify a domain of genuine consensus or the ways to reach an agreement.
Democracy