Israel's coalition system is flawed and hard to fix
Politics is politics, and will always involve backroom deals. But is there anything we can do to clean up the coalition system without losing the worthwhile parts?
Latest Post
Hamas claims it tried to attack Iron Dome system
Commander of Izzedine al-Qassam Brigades boasts about coordinated rocket launches during May spike in violence, says Israel was forced to expedite "understandings" to restore calm. Hamas launches global fundraiser.
Dermer: 2020 Democrats who want to revive Iran deal should 'reconsider'
“Our concern is that when this deal is in place, Iran, all they have to do is wait. They [Iran] don’t have to change their behavior. They just wait,” says Israeli Ambassador to the United States Ron Dermer.
Contentious Jerusalem cable car to Old City gets green light
The estimated $55 million project, which is being advanced by the Tourism Ministry, now requires cabinet approval. Cable car to ferry tourists from a renovated train station complex in the city to the Western Wall area and other locations.
The path not traveled
After the upcoming election, the major parties should put aside their minor policy differences and create a coalition government for the greater good of Israel.
