decision making

An analysis of legislation and initiatives that undermine democratic principles and institutions during the full 25^th Knesset term, from November 2022 through July 2026.

The government has decided to divert approximately NIS 500 million from the budget of a program to reduce disparities in Arab society and transfer the funds to the Shin Bet and the Israel Police to address crime and violence in Arab society. Is the Shin Bet – an agency whose mandate is to protect the security of the state and its institutions –suited for this task, and what might the consequences of its involvement be?

Legislation that would give the study of Torah constitutional status may lead to a situation in which, given limited resources, the state might prioritize Torah study over the acquisition of skills needed for the modern labor market and a thriving economy.

Withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement would undermine Israeli companies’ ability to meet the environmental standards of their trade partners, which could impact the entire economy.

When loyalty to the Prime Minister is seen as loyalty to the law itself, Israel risks replacing democracy with rule by decree—undermining the very foundations of the rule of law.

The latest military action in the Gaza Strip was authorized only by the Prime Minister and the Defense Minister, without the prior approval of the Security Cabinet. Israeli decision-makers must ask themselves if this is really the way matters of war and peace should be decided in a democracy.

Politicians and healthcare practitioners alike must learn from their experience and formulate strategy before it is too late.