The path forward is clear: well-timed and measured reform that brings Israel’s judicial system closer to accepted democratic norms while maintaining appropriate checks and balances.
Perhaps a decade from now, after the ultra-Orthodox population has become accustomed to core studies and state service, a universal military draft can be imposed.
The It’s Time coalition will meet in Jerusalem on May 8 & 9 at the People’s Peace Summit, bringing thousands of people from all walks of life together for a two-day summit.
What justification would we have as a humanitarian society if we did not preserve the rights of those we disagree with just because we disagree with them?
The Bank of Israel’s economic forecast does sound too good to be true. A lot of things could derail it. Here are several causes for concern.
Like it or not, the State of Israel is expected to be better than other nations, a light unto the nations. Unfortunately, at this moment in time Israel is often cast as a blight unto the nations.
While speaking out without strategic consideration may satisfy public demands, it can ultimately cost lives by jeopardizing access to those in need.
Trump’s bombshell was condemned by the Palestinians and Arab states but enthusiastically welcomed by the far Right in Israel.
The real choice before us is not between being pro-Israel or pro-Palestine. The choice is between being pro-equality, pro-justice, and pro-dignity – or pro-war, death, and destruction.
Long before US President Donald Trump proposed placing Gaza under American control, US Christians had already established colonies in Jaffa and Jerusalem.
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