8 days ago
The Jerusalem Post
“It is extremely important what is said about Israel and, even more important, what Israel says about itself and about its adversaries,” Diker said. “We have seen violent rhetoric in Israel over recent issues, whether it is about judicial reform or the Palestinian issue. "If Israel delegitimizes itself by using language that its harshest enemies have used against, it will inflame antisemitism abroad and will increase Israel’s isolation in international organizations. “We have to maintain our democracy for us and for the vision of the state of Israel in the world and the international community. In response to Hoffman asking how the battle for Israel should be conducted in the public sphere, Sasson said, “We will continue to fight for democracy.
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