The Kohelet Policy Forum strives to secure Israel's future as the nation-state of the Jewish people, to strengthen representative democracy, and to broaden individual liberty and free-market principles in Israel.
On anti-BDS laws, antisemitism and freedom of speech
Why the anti-BDS laws legislated in 27 states are not only permissible but also just and do not contradict freedom of speech
Is Israel’s Security Fence legal?
Prof. Avi Bell, senior fellow at the Kohelet Policy Forum and an international law expert spoke on Al-Jazeera about the legality of the security fence, the ICJ's hypocrisy and on what the Palestinians ought to do if they ever want to reach reconciliation with Israel
Is government spending in Israel low by international standards, and should it be increased?
Understanding the institutional and demographic differences between countries is important for the media and public discourse in Israel, which often call for increased government spending based on a simplistic comparison with other countries. Such understanding is especially important when these calls ignore the possible negative effect of increased government...
Take the Palestinians’ ‘No’ for an Answer
They’ve rejected every peace initiative. Their no-show this week in Bahrain should be the last
Where’s the real threat coming from in 2019?
Iran is a far greater danger to Jews, the Jewish state and Western civilization than a gaggle of rednecks wearing bed sheets over their heads.
Why Shirts Are Cheap and Groceries are Expensive: Consequences of Trade Barriers in Israel
In contrast to the cost of clothing which is low compared to other countries, the cost of food in Israel is relatively high. This pattern developed after the textile industry was opened up to imports
Not everything can be decided in court
The ruling by Justice Alex Stein is a recognition of the limits of the Supreme Court's authority to intervene in government policy
Is UNRWA’s hereditary refugee status for Palestinians unique?
UNRWA’s claim that their hereditary refugee status for Palestinians is not unique is simply untrue. There is no parallel and no precedent, even in protracted conflict situations, for the manner in which UNRWA transfers the “registered refugee” status, automatically, through the generations, while refusing to take any actions that...
Basic income in Israel
The concept of “basic income” has been garnering a lot of attention in recent years, due to increasing concerns regarding inequality, economic growth, technological unemployment and the bureaucratic burden of the current welfare systems throughout the world.