In this exclusive interview, former Knesset Speaker and longtime Likud leader Yuli Edelstein explains why he left the party, why he believes Israel's political system is no longer functioning as it should and what must change before the country faces its next major crisis.
From the Haredi draft debate and judicial reform to Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria, the future of the Knesset and the balance of power between the government and the courts, Edelstein offers an insider's perspective on the biggest constitutional and political battles shaping Israel today. Whether you agree with him or not, you'll come away with a deeper understanding of how Israel's government really works and why one of its most experienced lawmakers believes the status quo cannot continue.
This is the second installment in a new Basic Law interview series exploring the full spectrum of Israeli political thought ahead of Israel's next national elections. Across the series, you'll hear directly from leaders spanning the political landscape as they explain their vision for Israel's future.
