Publications Regarding centrist parties
Articles
Wanted: Fiscally Responsible Political Parties
Written By: Dr. Assaf Shapira
Considering Israel is facing the third national elections in less than a year, isn't it reasonable to expect the political parties, whose campaigns are publicly funded, to act in a fiscally responsible manner?
The Constitutional Tug of War in the Outgoing Coalition
Written By: Dr. Amir Fuchs
The 20th Knesset was the most injurious of all with regard to democratic values, freedom of expression, gatekeeping and, above all, minority rights. In the next government we can only hope that someone will champion liberal center-right values to continue to protect our democracy.
Yair Lapid in a Splinter Party Arena
Written By: Dr. Arye Carmon
Israeli journalist Yair Lapid's announced intention to enter politics sparked both excitement and speculation as to whether he planned to start his own party or to join one of the existing parties. While IDI Former President and Founder Dr. Arye Carmon applauds the entrance of talented, committed people into politics, he stresses the need for them to join one of the large, existing parties in order to stabilize the political system.