Idan Roll
@idanroll · Israeli opposition & former officials
Idan Roll is an Israeli politician and former model.
All parties need to commit to lowering the electoral threshold in the next Knesset. This is exactly why I warned—if the discussion around lowering the electoral threshold starts only during the election, it will already be too late.
Translated from HebrewIf the electoral threshold were lower, you wouldn’t stop hearing about this party. A Haredi party joining a broad Zionist government as representation for the Haredi public. When I wrote #לפתוחאתהמועדון, this was one of the main scenarios I presented, and the fact is—the need exists. Will the Haredi public that feels unrepresented clear the electoral threshold?
Translated from HebrewMy experience in the public sector, and the sectors’ response on 7/10, taught me that broad-based change is achieved together. I developed a model for addressing national challenges that connects government, civil society, philanthropy, and high tech by mapping gaps and developing dedicated technology. The first challenge: mental health
Translated from HebrewI propose a different thesis: If the electoral threshold were not an issue, we would see new parties growing well beyond four seats. In my view, many voters refrain from voting for small parties, including in polls, out of strategic thinking lest they “burn votes”.
Translated from HebrewRegarding two claims that recurred in the replies: Lowering the electoral threshold will increase extortion—quite the opposite. The Knesset will operate like a free market in which the players have alternatives, and therefore their relative bargaining power will decline. It will not lead to ideological renewal—a small party can champion a specific issue that is not equally on the radar of the larger parties and advance a complete policy change.
Translated from HebrewThe proliferation of new parties on the scene paints a clear picture: a lower electoral threshold would have allowed for an ideological renewal of national politics, first and foremost by diverting the discourse on alliances and analyses of the chances of crossing the electoral threshold toward an ideological discourse that requires unequivocal statements and the presentation of plans. #לפתוחאתהמועדון
Translated from HebrewTal is a serious guy who never stops working and doing things for the renewal of education in Israel. Creating an index, in whatever field, is a complex undertaking that will always attract quite a bit of criticism, but personally I appreciate every initiative that tries to steer political discourse from discussions about “how you’ll pass the electoral threshold” toward a discussion of values and practical plans. Well done, Tal.
Translated from HebrewExactly the opposite. An offensive policy that prevents Turkey from building up its power in Syrian territory is more likely to prevent an all-out confrontation. Restraint and containment will end in a full head-on confrontation with Turkey.
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