Supreme Court

Some Jewish families see vouchers as relief from public school culture wars. Others fear long-term harm.

Leaving matters to public opinion is the ultimate way to achieve this – definitely not by a binding ruling that leaves all sides at a loss.

If the court rules in favor of the petitioners and says the government cannot fire Bar, but the government insists it can and moves ahead anyway—that’s a constitutional crisis.

"We need to do exactly what we did with Judge [Isaac] Amit, not cooperate with him, not work with him," Levin said.

The danger of changing Israel’s character has increased. The country is still a vibrant democracy, but will it remain so?

Many people espousing their views shape their opinions on the irresponsible and ill-informed opinions of commentators from media outlets with once highly respected names.

Baharav-Miara was absent from the meeting and accused the government of attempting to place itself above the law.

Several former supreme court judges, including Aharon Barak, have signed a petition calling on the government to stop the firing of Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara and Shin Bet head Ronen Bar.

All who believe in a more inclusive, compassionate halachic Jewish future for the State of Israel, respecting traditions and sensitivities of all Jews, deserve to celebrate this decision.

A state commission of inquiry is the most powerful probe in the legal system and the only type that operates independently of the political echelon.