Looking ahead to the local elections, and a much needed balance of power - opinion

The local authorities in Israel have proven themselves to be just about the only possible counterweight to the excessive powers of the central government - and are a much-needed balance of power.

ELECTION POSTERS promote the mayoral candidacies of incumbent Ron Huldai and challenger Orna Barbivai on the streets of Tel Aviv, ahead of this week’s election.

(photo credit: MIRIAM ALSTER/FLASH90)

ByARIEL FINKELSTEIN

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 00:19

Looking ahead to the local elections, and a much needed balance of power - opinion

The local authorities in Israel have proven themselves to be just about the only possible counterweight to the excessive powers of the central government - and are a much-needed balance of power.

FM says Hezbollah blocks progress with Israel

South Africa halts visa-free entry for Gazans

Looking ahead to the local elections, and a much needed balance of power - opinion

The local authorities in Israel have proven themselves to be just about the only possible counterweight to the excessive powers of the central government - and are a much-needed balance of power.

See more on