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As debate begins, MK Rothman indicates willingness to talk, says gaps between two sides not insurmountable; lawmakers oppose measures with protest song, cries of 'Shame!'

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This is how the government's sweeping change to Israel's constitutional and political regime plays out

Opposition MK Kariv calls for strike to protest swift advancement of contentious legal reforms; Jewish Agency head Sharansky warns of 'demagoguery,' erosion of human rights

The outright rejection by Netanyahu’s coalition signifies that their lofty claims of acting for the will of the people are hollow and a flimsy facade for their real interest.

People and Practices recognizes new hires and promotions. Submissions are encouraged.

The weakening of the legal system that would result from the enactment of Justice Minister Yariv Levin’s proposals would represent a weakening of the State of Israel. The minister must engage in thorough discussion of his proposals with the president of the Supreme Court and public jurists and explore his proposal on “positions of trust” with an open mind.

Rothman clashed at the committee's session over changes to the judicial system that the advisers said would threaten the balance of power in Israel.

Palestinian flags on unabashed and unhindered display at recent demonstrations against judicial reform tear off the mask of hypocrisy.

Baharav-Miara says reform package, including changes to judge selection, creates a conflict of interests for PM; Levin slams letter, says AG herself has a conflict of interest