The departure of radical Arab MKs from the Knesset presents a unique opportunity to foster stronger relations between Israel’s Jewish majority and Arab minority.
While some non-Jewish citizens of Israel continue to be upset by the passage of the Nationality Law, they needn’t be: in concert with the Basic Law, the Nationality Law ensures the civic equality of all citizens regardless of religion or ethnic affiliation.
Some Israeli Arab leaders want Israel to give up its identity as a Jewish homeland because they hope that one day Jews will become a minority in their country.