Democracy
Are new Knesset proposals pushing Israel toward Hungary-style governance? - opinion
Concerns mount that Israel’s new legislation could reshape democracy in a Hungary-like direction.
In double trouble: Iran’s oil crisis – opinion
What is Zionism, and who is a Zionist? - opinion
If Europe wants to help with Iran, it can target its proxies - opinion
The Polish precedent: Locking out the attorney-general - opinion
Blocking Attorney-General Baharav-Miara from accessing her office marks an escalation in attempts to erode the rule of law.
Official Bolivia presidential count shows centrist Rodrigo Paz in surprise lead
"This election feels hopeful. We need a change of direction," a teacher in La Paz said.
The new Knesset Museum: Is one of its tasks to bolster democracy? - opinion
The dissonance between what is happening in today’s Knesset and what is displayed in the Knesset Museum is worth considering.
Can technology save Israel's democracy from decades-long decay?
Here is the rather shocking evidence of the decades-long decay of democracy in Israel and abroad, a problem long neglected, and an interview with an expert who proposes a sweeping solution.
Eyal Gur: Fighting in Jerusalem for Israel's democratic, religious, Zionist values
Jerusalemite of the week: Under Eyal Gur's guidance, Safeguarding Our Shared Home has grown and is taking a stand against major issues facing Israeli society.
EU must stop funding controversial NGOs - opinion
The European Union's funding of Israeli political NGOs that oppose the government and support human rights has been highly controversial.
Israel’s missing constitution creates a half-democracy - opinion
Israel's brittle democracy is vulnerable to attacks from within because of its lack of a constitution and other critical elements.
A-G Baharav-Miara: Dismissal hearing part of 'political deal' aimed at ensuring gov't's survival
She warned that the hearing has devastating consequences for anyone who fills the role of attorney general in the future, as their hiring process will be subject to foreign and corrupt influences.
Is a democratic Iran possible? - opinion
Two organizations situated outside Iran are dedicated to bringing it about. However, they are at loggerheads with each other.
Jew-hatred knows no borders: Israel is everything Iran's regime hates - opinion
It’s the same ancient hatred that has chased the Jewish people from continent to continent and century after century. Today, that hatred wears a black turban in Tehran.