Simcha Rothman

Israel's judicial overhaul: Resuscitation efforts needed

INSIDE POLITICS: For the time being, the supposedly moribund judicial reform is in limbo as President Isaac Herzog’s compromise talks continue.

19/05/2023

Israeli protection racket law a top priority - Rothman

The Justice Ministry noted that protection racketeering in Israel had evolved in recent years, with criminals dividing territories among themselves.

Jewish blood is worth just as much as following the Jewish religion - opinion

Why should the grandchild of someone who converted from Judaism be excluded from the 'Law of Return'?

By COOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN
30/04/2023

De facto canceling the ‘Grandchild Clause’ is a mistake - opinion

Instead of hindering migration from Russia, the Knesset should provide increased funding for integrating migrants.

By ALEX RIF
28/04/2023

Right-wing protest draws 200,000 attendees: 'We are tired of being second class'

The crowd, enthusiastic and eager to make their voices heard, were mostly calm as the speakers gathered - with no confrontations with police.

'We welcome Israeli gov't officials, respectful protests' - JFNA CEO

JFNA head Eric Fingerhut said that they didn't know Israel would be "in the throes of an existential political debate" when they were planning this conference.

25/04/2023

Mayhem breaks out at Jewish Federations conference in Tel Aviv

Panelists sniped at each other over the Israeli government’s attempt to overhaul Israel’s judiciary and its threat to tighten immigration rules.

By BEN SALES/JTA
25/04/2023
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