Israeli society has no culture of respect - opinion
Given the current tumultuous situation in the Israeli political arena, empathy and mutual respect must take a more prominent role among the public.
OPPOSITION LEADER Yair Lapid makes a point during a Knesset debate, as House Speaker Amir Ohana looks on. The Knesset is hugely pluralistic, yet anything but a beacon of cultural dignity, says the writer.(photo credit: YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90)