In an opinion piece published Thursday by The Times of Israel, writer Shuki Friedman argues that after gender-segregated buses, sidewalks, and academic institutions, the next frontier may be a constitutional 'Basic Law: Modesty.' The article speculates on the trajectory of legislative efforts to expand gender segregation in Israel.
Shuki Friedman's opinion piece, published by The Times of Israel on Thursday, argues that the trajectory of gender segregation in Israel — from buses and sidewalks to academic institutions — may lead to a constitutional entrenchment via a 'Basic Law: Modesty.' The article speculates on the political and legislative roadmap, noting that the Knesset is currently advancing a bill to expand gender segregation in academia, which has been approved for final readings. The piece comes amid a broader debate over the role of religious values in public life. The Zioneer has reported on the academic segregation bill's progress, opposition from medical school deans, and criticism from women's rights organizations.
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