Constitution
Netanyahu is pushing Israel toward a constitutional crisis by ignoring court ruling - editorial
Sunday’s decision, however, a clear, official, and unanimous declaration that the government reserves the right to determine which court rulings it will obey, is different.
America at 250: What the Founding Fathers can teach us about fighting antisemitism - opinion
French minister of justice calls for a three-year halt on immigration, changes to the constitution
Future Israel (Part II): Structure of government - opinion
Israel's Days of Future Passed: How our crisis began and how to fix it
In many ways, Israel is facing its Brexit moment, whereas the public’s craving for simple solutions overcomes factual arguments.
What would Israel look like in the future if it adopted a constitution now? - opinion
Israel would achieve absolute separation between religion and state, Netanyahu resigns and withdraws for life from all political activity and our relations with our neighbors resumed blossoming.
How can the coalition and opposition compromise on judicial reform?
LEGAL AFFAIRS: As both sides of the judicial reform debate finally come to the table together, what are the possible outcomes of their anticipated meetings?
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.