Jerome M. Marcus

Why there will be no civil war in Israel

Because the right never threatens to turn over the board and walk away from the game. And the right will not shoot back at the left. Op-ed.

Israeli citizens have a right to govern themselves

Israel’s Supreme Court seeks to stop Israelis from making the “wrong” decisions. How democratic. Op-ed.

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When Israeli leaders concentrate on the issues …

... there comes a bit of progress in the Knesset.. And less of what can be called BDS, Bibi Derangement Syndrome. Op-ed.

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Israel’s Supreme Court debate: Let’s start with the facts

Can you imagine if leaders of the US bar, such as heads of Wall Street law firms, had votes on appointments to the Supreme Court? Op-ed.

An Orwellian assertion about judicial reform in Israel

The guiding principle is simple: If the left does it, it’s ok. If the right does it, intervention is essential to protect democracy.Op-ed.

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Reforming Israel’s Supreme Court promotes democracy

Netanyahu’s plans for judicial reform are necessary to stop a powerful minority from imposing its will on the majority. Op-ed.