Open the Bible, Open the Heart | Yona Bartal
Yona Bartal calls on President Herzog to lead a breakthrough from the political deadlock through a responsible Jewish-Arab partnership, while returning to the values of the Bible and the Declaration of Independence. She emphasizes the need for shared responsibility for Israel's future, beyond political disputes.
In an opinion piece in Maariv, Yona Bartal calls on President Isaac Herzog to lead a breakthrough from the political deadlock and the deep crisis of trust in Israel. She suggests evaluating leadership partners based on their commitment to the state, its security, and its laws, rather than religion or ethnicity, through a Jewish-Arab partnership without relinquishing Israel's Jewish and democratic identity. Bartal points to the Bible and the Declaration of Independence as the basis for values of human dignity, justice, and peace, and emphasizes that responsible partnership is tested by actions: fighting crime, investing in education and employment, and ensuring personal security. She wishes the president wisdom and courage to listen to all voices and pave a new path that will restore trust in the governing system and rehabilitate Israel's international standing.