Israel Democracy Institute
Bnei Brak clashes reflect long-building tensions within haredi society, researcher says - interview
An Israel Democracy Institute researcher says the violence reflects long-standing shifts within haredi society and mounting friction over IDF conscription.
Israelis divided on joining US pre-emptive strike on Iran, ending US military aid - IDI poll
Post-October 7, coalition more concerned with controlling the systems than addressing recovery
Only one third of Israeli Arabs feel safe in Israel - poll
Russia-Ukraine war: Which side are Israelis on?
Israelis believe in sanctions, mostly supporting the financial measure, over a step into direct military conflict with Russia.
Israel needs a law to bolster, protect its democracy - opinion
This task is certainly feasible. Unfortunately, the current political reality in the Knesset seems to indicate that we are still a long way from achieving this ideal.
Grapevine: Mor movement
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Israel’s governmental institutions must be strengthened - opinion
There should be a real commitment to improving Israel's political system and correcting its flaws.
Over 50% of Israelis want leader who makes decisions alone
Sharp rise in Israelis saying Jews should have more rights than Arabs. President responds: I can't sleep at night
Survey: Most Israelis support term limits for appointed rabbis
Over half (55%) of Israeli Jews have no idea if they have an official rabbi in their local authority, but over half (51%) still support appointing them.
58% of Israeli Jews back striking Iran’s nuke program without US consent
That number drops to 51% of Israelis when Israel’s entire population is taken into account, including its significant Arab minority.
Israelis say global standing has remained stable under new government
A majority also believe the government will succeed in passing the 2022‒2023 budget, which would ensure that the government does not collapse.
Arab conviction rates in mixed cities higher than rest of Israel - study
The high conviction rates are likely due to a large majority of Arab-Israeli men in those cities not completing high school with a matriculation certificate.
Rivlin announced as new honorary chair of Israel Democracy Institute
Former president Rivlin's duties will be to "focus on bringing Israelis together and strengthening their commitment to core democratic values and institutions."
