“The hearing was also significant because it showed Israelis — many of whom were following the live broadcast throughout the day (for some, the first time they’re viewing a live trial) — what a serious discussion on a major issue related to national identity should actually look like.”
“Over the last months, the coalition prevented any genuine discussion on the judicial overhaul in the Knesset committees. Opposition MK’s [members of the Knesset] and experts opposing the legislation were ridiculed and did not get a chance to properly have their say.”