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Can a Palestinian state coexist with an indefinite Israeli presence in the Jordan Valley—and who checks judges powerful enough to overturn Basic Laws?

The Democrats' Gilad Kariv joins Eylon Levy ahead of the Israeli election. He chooses democracy and the legal system, religion and state, and diplomacy and security; Eylon separates diplomacy as the fourth topic.

After October 7, Kariv wants Israeli troops in the Jordan Valley for decades, replacing his earlier openness to foreign forces. Eylon challenges him on an indefinite presence: who would accept it alongside a demilitarised Palestinian state?

Kariv also defends a judiciary powerful enough to strike down Basic Laws, arguing it must protect democracy when the Knesset abuses its authority. Eylon challenges whether judges have put themselves above the law—and who gave them that power.

They also debate civil marriage, Shabbat buses and whether renewed talks can repair relations with America's left.

Israel Electioncast helps English-speaking Israelis and international viewers understand what Israelis are really arguing about before the critical 27 October elections.

Democrats Party's Policy Plans: https://democrats.org.il/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/plan-8-26-he.pdf

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