Author Criticizes Israeli Law Enforcement for Political Bias Against Right-Wing Figures

Eliya Yashiv Briner draws a parallel between the Soviet secret police motto "Show me the man, and I'll find the charge" and the current Israeli law enforcement system, which he argues has become a political tool targeting right-wing politicians. He claims that selective enforcement and investigations undermine public trust and threaten Israeli democracy by substituting bureaucratic power for the will of the voters.

Briner highlights a double standard in law enforcement, noting that alleged offenses by left-wing politicians, senior officials, and former officers often go uninvestigated or receive lenient treatment. For example, Knesset member Gilad Kariv was reportedly caught leaking sensitive security information but was not criminally investigated, and other left-wing figures have faced minimal scrutiny despite serious allegations. In contrast, right-wing leaders like Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir face repeated and intense legal scrutiny, with Ben-Gvir reportedly caught about 20 times for minor traffic violations over 35 years, far exceeding typical enforcement levels.

This targeted approach, Briner argues, has led to a collapse of public confidence in the judiciary and prosecution, as citizens perceive the system as politically motivated rather than objective. He calls for a deep judicial reform, including an immediate split of the Attorney General's role, fundamental changes to the judicial selection committee to restore power to elected officials, and the annulment of controversial Supreme Court rulings that override voter decisions.

Briner concludes that the stigma attached to investigations of right-wing figures should instead be seen as a stain on the judicial system itself, which he accuses of losing its way and becoming a political player. He invites readers to share their views and engage in dialogue about the issue.