Eyal Rotfeld: We chose change – now it's your turn

Eyal Rotfeld calls for the establishment of a change government that includes partnership with the Arab parties, citing an Accord survey according to which 59% of the bloc's voters support a government headed by Eisenkot that relies on Ra'am. He argues that disqualification based on identity is inconsistent with the principles of equality and demands that the leaders examine the boundaries of partnership.

Eyal Rotfeld, a social entrepreneur and activist, calls in this opinion piece for the establishment of a change government in Israel in partnership with the Arab parties, Ra'am and the Joint List. He argues that a sweeping disqualification of Arab representatives based on their identity is inconsistent with the promise of equality in the Declaration of Independence. Rotfeld cites a survey by the Accord Center from October 29, 2026, according to which 59% of voters from four bloc parties prefer a government headed by Gadi Eisenkot that relies externally on the support of Ra'am and the abstention of the Joint List. He emphasizes the need for clear agreements, a rehabilitation plan that includes a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 failure, and protection of democratic institutions. The article concludes with a call for leaders to be willing to change habits and build a practical partnership.