Democracy

On a Thin Constitution

In the absence of any possibility of a full constitution at the present time, we need a framework of rules that can be agreed upon and that are not heavily burdened by contrasting ideologies and can thus contribute to stability. This is the rationale behind the Jewish People Policy Institute’s “Thin Constitution” project.

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The government’s decisions only worsen the divide in Israel

The government is making a mockery of Israeli law and reviving its push for significant changes to the justice system, creating a divide in the country.
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Yariv Levin and his judicial reform have failed. Here’s why

With the justice minister blocking Supreme Court appointments and ministers defying the attorney general, Israel’s democracy faces a critical test.
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Protests are justified. Blocking roads is not

The freedom to demonstrate is at the very core of democracy, but it does not license public disorder and anarchy
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The magical thinking of the enlightened center

The middle way offers no solution to the one issue that most threatens Israel’s future as a Jewish and democratic state
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ICC prosecutor’s filing may affect Israel’s character as liberal state

The ICC prosecutor’s decision is painful, among other reasons, because it expresses a complete lack of confidence in the Israeli justice system.
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Special Reports

Israel needs leaders like Joe Lieberman

Lieberman was always that rarity, a mensch in politics. It reflected his Judaism, Americanism, and liberalism
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A Brief Window for Israel to Integrate Its Arab and Jewish Communities

A responsible government would seize the chance to bridge divides and work to advance the integration of Israeli Arabs into the society
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Opinion Articles

Israel requires a thin constitution

Israel requires a thin constitution. It will allow an end to the situation where the discourse of power prevails. It would enable a balanced and respectful dialogue between branches of government
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Attacks on Israel are only the beginning. All democracies are at risk

Western denialism is similar to isolationism before Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor
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