Gilad Kariv
גלעד קריב
Currently
MK, Reform rabbi
Who they are
First Reform rabbi in the Knesset; the movement's point man on religion-and-state battles.
Positions & record
- Religion & state: Civil marriage and recognition of all Jewish streams.
- Judiciary: Led parliamentary resistance to the overhaul.
- Diaspora: Repair the rift with world Jewry.
Where they stand
Judea & Samariaparty lineNegotiated two-state agreement
Two states / withdrawalSovereignty / annexation
Gaza & Securityparty lineHostage deal, international framework
Deal & disengagementFull military control
Haredi Enlistmentparty lineUniversal service, civil options
Universal draftPreserve exemptions
Judiciaryparty lineConstitutionally entrench the court
Strengthen the courtCurb the court
Economyparty lineSocial-democratic investment
Social spendingFree market
Religion & Stateparty lineCivil marriage, public transit on Shabbat
Civil / pluralistHalachic status quo
Career
2008
Heads the Reform Movement in Israel.
2021
Enters the Knesset.
2023
Constitution Committee opposition leader.