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As the Attorney General clearly shows, this 'reform' doesn't make Israel more democratic. Far from it.

From the blog of Daniel Rosehill at The Times of Israel

Israel is one of the world's most democratic nations. But it has flaws, which the elected Knesset has every right to correct.

The labor action is timed to coincide with the first vote on the government's program in the Knesset.

Coalition parties said aiming for preliminary reading next week; AG reportedly probing if Shas leader has violated court disqualification by continuing to meet ministry officials

The coalition will likely first focus on changing the makeup of the judicial appointments committee and limiting the High Court of Justice's power to strike down laws, according to a report.

Jerusalem, Feb 4 (EFE).- Tens of thousands of people turned out Saturday in Israel’s major cities for a fifth round of protests against the plans of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to limit the authority of the Supreme Court and give politicians the biggest say in choosing judges. Roughly 60,000 people demonstrated at two different …

If Netanyahus new government implements its plans, human rights may soon depend on majorities. Israels delicate political structure makes this possible.

Opponents equate their loss of political power with ‘the end of democracy,’ but with some modifications, consensus is within reach

From the blog of David K. Rees at The Times of Israel