Rothman Blames Opposition and High Court for Division
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Simcha Rothman, Chairman of the Constitution Committee, stated that the judicial reform is a consequence of societal division, not its cause. He accused the opposition of boycotting discussions, preventing compromises, and asserted that in a democracy, the majority prevails. His comments reflect the ongoing political tensions surrounding the government's judicial overhaul.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Simcha Rothman stated the judicial reform is a result of societal division, not its cause.
- Rothman accused the opposition of boycotting discussions on the judicial reform.
- He claimed he was willing to compromise on the judicial overhaul.
- Rothman asserted that the majority rules in a democracy.
- His comments targeted the Supreme Court and the opposition.
Simcha Rothman, Chairman of the Constitution Committee, asserted that the judicial overhaul did not cause the societal rift in Israel but rather is a result of it. He directed his criticism towards the Supreme Court (Bagatz) and the opposition parties.
Rothman stated that he was prepared to compromise on aspects of the judicial reform, but claimed the opposition boycotted the discussions, preventing any potential agreements. He emphasized the democratic principle that the majority rules.
The committee chairman's remarks come amidst ongoing political tensions surrounding the government's proposed judicial reforms, which have sparked widespread protests and deep divisions within Israeli society.
