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Understanding Israel’s Biggest Controversy: Is Israeli Democracy at Risk?

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February 8, 2023

The biggest issue dominating the headlines in Israel is “Judicial Reform.” Yet that media narrative is that Netanyahu’s proposed legislation will threaten Israel’s democratic character, and even the most ardent supporters of Israel worldwide are largely ignorant of the issues. With the help of Rabbi Steven Pruzansky, Pesach and Doug clarify the misconceptions, explain what’s at stake, and why it should matter to anyone who cares about the Jewish state.

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