Contemporary Israel

Some people say a state that is both Jewish and democratic is an oxymoron, but the values can work together.

In September 2000, a new wave of violence erupted.

The Israeli presidency is largely a ceremonial role.

It's vibrant. It's aggressive. It's in the Middle East.

Israel is a parliamentary democracy with executive, legislative and judicial branches.

Israeli Political Parties. The Israeli Electoral System. Israeli Politics. Contemporary Israel. The Jewish State. Jewish History and Community.

Fringe groups are all the rage in Israeli politics.

Fall of the 15th Knesset. The Israeli Electoral System. Israeli Politics. Contemporary Israel. The Jewish State. Jewish History and Community.

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They're colorful. They're intense. They're like a carnival. They're democratic.