Constitution
Kazakhstan to hold referendum on new constitution critics say allows president to remain in power
Tokayev has called the referendum "a truly historic moment" that moves Kazakhstan away from a "super-presidential" system towards a greater separation of powers.
Israel’s justice minister is undermining judicial independence and the rule of law - opinion
Looking back at George Washington’s 1790 letter, the root of American religious freedom
PA drafts constitution, omits Jewish ties to Jerusalem, calls for Sharia legal system
Israel needs a constitution, but we cannot rely on Knesset to provide one - opinion
Most citizens lack accountable and responsive representatives. Tens of thousands of citizens take to the streets weekly, yet the effect to date is only temporary.
Israel, UK: 2 countries without written constitutions and shared lessons
The Media Line speaks to constitutional experts to explore lessons for Israel from the United Kingdom, which has operated for more than a millennium without a written constitution.
Letter to Kohelet Forum on Israeli judicial reform, and their response - opinion
An oleh and retired South African High Court judge writes to the Kohelet Forum with concerns on Israeli judicial reform, and the forum responds.
Israel is in need of a new social contract - opinion
As Israel reaches its 75th anniversary, it is time to constitute a new social contract for Israel.
Will the Knesset be back to judicial reform mayhem post-recess?
Political affairs: The new Knesset’s first session was dominated by the judicial overhaul controversy. What should we expect when it resumes its activity on April 30?
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
