Itamar Fleishman Calls Absolute Obedience to Israeli Supreme Court Fascist, Supports Government Defiance

Itamar Fleishman, a panelist on Channel 14's program The Patriots, strongly criticized the idea of unconditional compliance with the Israeli Supreme Court (Bagatz). Speaking shortly after the government's decision to not fully obey a Supreme Court ruling, Fleishman argued that in a healthy democracy, no institution should be obeyed 100 percent of the time. He labeled anyone advocating total obedience as a "fascist."

Fleishman warned of a "legal dystopia" and suggested that in extreme cases, citizens might be obligated to disobey judicial decisions. He explained that sometimes authorities make decisions that are illegal or immoral, and citizens may justifiably refuse to cooperate or bear the consequences. Specifically regarding the Supreme Court, he said that if it violates established laws or order in Israel, there will be a necessity to decide against compliance.

Expressing clear support for the government's stance, Fleishman described the decision as not dramatic but necessary. He urged public awareness of the current "legal dystopia" and cautioned about a future where parental authority could be undermined. He concluded by emphasizing that democratic institutions belong to the people and must be reformed, even if it takes several years.