Publications Regarding direct elections
Articles
Israelis should envy the U.S. midterm elections
Written By: Dr. Assaf Shapira
Two years after electing their president, Americans have an opportunity to change the balance of power in Washington. Israel's electoral system, on the other hand, limits the ability of Israelis to exercise their democratic rights to their full potential.
The Return of Direct Elections for Prime Minister?
Written By: Dr. Assaf Shapira, Dr. Amir Fuchs
Prime Minister Netanyahu is promoting legislation that that will institute direct elections for prime minister. How would this proposal work? Will it resolve the political stalemate? Would the Supreme Court rule on its legality? IDI experts weigh in.
