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Israel’s next government must save the country before it is too late - opinion
Israel faces a historic crisis, and its next government must act urgently to restore democracy, rebuild alliances, reform society and secure the country’s future.
Is Israel too polarized for a constitution? That’s why we need one - opinion
Under Netanyahu, Meir Kahane’s doctrine has contaminated Likud - opinion
Knesset to High Court: Judicial-selection overhaul does not justify striking down Basic Law
Judicial reform would weaken Israel's 'crown jewel' courts - Irwin Cotler
Given his expertise, Irwin Cotler has been called upon in recent weeks to comment on Justice Minister Yariv Levin’s proposed judicial reforms, bringing his life and career back into the limelight.
Does Israel really need judicial reform? 5 better ways to fix judiciary
5 other ideas for upgrading Israel's judicial system – without destroying democracy, doing away with the mechanisms for oversight of the government or harming our basic rights.
Is judicial reform dangerous for Israeli democracy?
What is being proposed as part of the Israeli government's judicial reform plan and how does it stack up to the US?
Judicial reform: Israel must weaken the court to let rule of law prevail
As Israel’s legislators work to rein in the Supreme Court’s near absolute power, they should create a constitution and Bill of Rights to ensure the rule of law.
Labor presents mock bill to place Arye Deri 'above Israeli law'
The proposed bill would edit the Basic Law - the Government to state that Deri could not be tried for theft, corruption or tax offenses.
Israeli judicial reform bill will split into two, Yariv Levin confirms
The coalition will likely first focus on changing the makeup of the judicial appointments committee and limiting the High Court of Justice's power to strike down laws, according to a report.
Judicial reform change offers concession – here’s why critics rejected it
Former justice minister Gideon Sa'ar rejected the change, saying that "there is no fundamental change in MK Rothman's 'new' proposal.
Basic Law for basic laws: Solving Israel's judicial reform dispute - opinion
Such a plan to solve the judicial crisis seizes the moral high ground by creating a system that is not only just but simple and stable.
MKs clash over judge selection in law committee session
Committee chairman Simcha Rothman introduced an analysis that compared judicial review in other countries.
Gov't aims to reappoint disgraced Deri by amending Basic Law
The accompanying text that explains the law argues that the appointment and removal of ministers are at the "heart of democratic activity."
