The best person for the role – comment

Justice Minister Yariv Levin and Education Minister Yoav Kisch have expressed intentions to retain their current posts if Likud wins the next Knesset elections, with Levin aiming to implement judicial reform. The article argues for a smaller government, suggesting that only the ruling party should have more than one minister, and appointments should prioritize suitability over political favors. It highlights the historical growth of government ministries, from 12 in Israel's first government to 24 currently, and criticizes the creation of new portfolios for political convenience.

• The piece notes a decline in the perceived importance of education, citing teacher dissatisfaction and a sharp drop in those pursuing teaching careers, exacerbated by ongoing friction between unions and the Education Ministry.
• It advocates for a new Israeli ministry dedicated to civil rights, emphasizing that Israel's Declaration of Independence guarantees equality for all citizens.
• The article points out that certain non-Jewish residents, including those married to Israeli Jews or Arabs whose families have lived in the country for generations, are denied citizenship and civil rights.
• It also raises concerns about the separation of families due to restrictions on Gazan spouses entering Israel and the impact of prolonged military service on reservists' families, arguing for a ministry focused on humane and human rights issues.