Constitution
Is Israel too polarized for a constitution? That’s why we need one - opinion
Today, however, we are more divided than ever. We struggle to agree on almost anything, certainly not on our fundamental values. However, polarization is precisely why we cannot wait.
Could double jeopardy end Luigi Mangione's New York state murder case? - explainer
Bernie Sanders urges Democratic Party to ban AIPAC and super PACs from primaries, pass amendment
New York must heed the warning signs before we ask, 'How did this happen?' - opinion
Herzog proposed as head of judicial selection committee in new outline
The High Court would retain judicial review for normal legislation under the proposed plan, but the Knesset would have an 67 MK majority override clause.
Will the judicial overhaul delay lead to an Israeli constitution? - analysis
In response to the placement of the Judicial Selection Committee on the Knesset table, the Movement for Quality Government in Israel reiterated its ultimate objective of a constitution
President Herzog's ‘People’s Directive’ reviewed
The President’s draft plan is worth considering and this author favors a comprehensive US-style written constitution.
Israel needs a constitution now more than ever - opinion
The Netanyahu government’s dangerous and unprecedented legislative blitz will not only harm human rights but is pushing the country toward a tipping point from which there will be no turning back.
Reform backer Kohelet calls for compromise, possible drop of override
Kohelet said that consensus was important and that it had engaged with experts with opposing opinions in order to find such compromises.
Letters to the Editor March 13, 2023: Blatant omissions
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
Lapid calls to write Israeli constitution in response to judicial reform
The Declaration of Independence has no formal legal status in the Israeli government system, which Lapid proposed should be changed by making the document the first chapter of a new constitution.
The Jewish state hasn't figured itself out yet, 75 years after its inception
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: Israel is struggling to define itself and simultaneously deal with physical threats.
Israeli legal experts offer constitution alternative to judicial reforms
Barak Medina: "We suggest that instead of rewriting or writing a new constitution, we may simply try to change the formal status of the Declaration of Independence."
The time for dialogue is now! - opinion
The current crisis can be an opportunity to rectify the constitutional vacuum through broad compromise on the rules of the game.
