To: Yair Golan, "Democrats" Party
Date: 22.09.2026
Subject: Questions Ahead of the Meeting on 24.09.26

Dear Yair Golan,
The "Civic Compass" association works to improve the interaction mechanisms between the citizens of the State of Israel and public figures, members of the Knesset, and representatives of local authorities during periods between elections. As an association, we do not take any political stance and do not support any party.

Below are inquiries received from citizens and associations, raising issues important to many of Israel's residents. We kindly ask that you review them and reply whether your party intends to work toward their resolution following the upcoming elections, and if so, whether it is willing to cooperate for this purpose with the initiators of the inquiries and with "Civic Compass".

#398 Inquiry Regarding the Representation of People with Disabilities
Kobi Cohen, Nechemia Rabin, Ofer Bukobza, Shlomi Gabai, Karin Brant, Eti Noy, and others, "Kol Echad" Headquarters kol1.org.il
On behalf of the "Kol Echad" initiative, which works to promote the establishment of a representative organization for people with disabilities, we turn to you to obtain the party's position and commitment on the following three questions.
Background: In May 2005, the government adopted Resolution 3597, which includes assistance for establishing a representative organization for people with disabilities. The resolution has not been implemented to this day. In the absence of such an organization, decisions concerning the lives and rights of people with disabilities are made in the State of Israel without their participation.
Question 1: Does your party commit to working toward the implementation of Resolution 3597, including submitting a dedicated bill for the establishment of a representative organization, based on the framework existing in laws granting the status of a representative organization?
Question 2: Does your party commit to parliamentary action on the issue of the rights of people with disabilities?
Question 3: Does your party commit to working toward a reassessment of laws, regulations, and reforms enacted without consultation with the public affected by them and concerning people with disabilities, including initiating a discussion in the relevant Knesset committee on issues placed on the agenda by the representative organization, and working to amend legislation where a flaw is found, as well as holding such a discussion, until the establishment of the representative organization, at the request of bodies representing the relevant public?
For the full letter sent to the party (Israeli citizens are invited to support the inquiry):
https://www.amechad.info/knesset?inquiryLang=he#inquiry-hu3cqtxkk625vy5jptlc87jx/

#389 Questions Regarding Immigration (Aliyah) and the Status of Olim in Israel
Does your party view the Law of Return as one of the foundational stones of the State of Israel, and does it commit to preserving the right of Aliyah also for grandchildren of Jews (the grandchild clause in the Law of Return)?
Will your party support the issuance of a full Israeli passport (rather than a travel document) to a new immigrant immediately upon receiving citizenship, without waiting periods or additional restrictions?
What place does Aliyah hold in your party's platform, and to what three concrete steps do you commit in order to encourage Aliyah and the successful integration of new immigrants?
Alex Keglesky, Chairman of the National Federation of Olim, Adv. Alex Zernopolsky
For the full letter sent to the party (Israeli citizens are invited to support the inquiry):
https://www.amechad.info/knesset?inquiryLang=he#inquiry-zrvmuoadma85qldcxnaw1zbp/

#407 Animal Welfare in Israel (Forum for Animal Welfare and a Humane Society)
We believe that the current situation in the field of animal welfare in Israel is severe and requires immediate action.
The main issues we propose to promote:
Legislative reform and ensuring effective enforcement of existing legal provisions in the field of animal welfare.
Allocation of permanent government funding for the spaying and neutering of stray animals, as well as for veterinary and emergency care.
For the full letter sent to the party (Israeli citizens are invited to support the inquiry):
https://www.amechad.info/knesset?inquiryLang=he#inquiry-ghvyg81zgq56a7ubigsk13q7/

#395 Proposal for Incorporating Clauses in the Election Platform Regarding the Protection of Citizens from Remote Scams (Phone and Internet)
Legislation, oversight, and publicity: Assessing the effectiveness of updated privacy protection legislation; developing mechanisms for detecting and blocking phone number spoofing, phishing sites, scam text messages, and false advertisements; and, if necessary, closing legal loopholes that may be discovered. Additionally, collecting and publishing quarterly information regarding the number of victims and the financial losses of the population as a result of remote offenses.
Alex Keglesky, retired Israel Police officer, Chairman of the National Federation of Olim.
Dr. Vladislav Kontorovich, Rehovot, Head of Remote Scam Protection at the National Federation of Olim, former First Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Russia (2011–2013).
Dr. Pyotr Shelyashch, Netanya, former Head of the State Duma of Russia's Association of Members of Parliament for Relations with the Israeli Knesset (1996–2007).
For the full letter sent to the party (Israeli citizens are invited to support the inquiry):
https://www.amechad.info/knesset?inquiryLang=he#inquiry-ey45p2g103t3feyzh15tkiu6/

#390 Proposal for Regulating the Recognition of Psychologists Who Immigrated to Israel
It is proposed to develop a transparent mechanism for assessing the competence of experts with higher academic education in psychology and sufficient experience, in order to grant a license to practice and the ability to treat patients.
Alex Keglesky, Chairman of the National Federation of Olim
For the full letter sent to the party (Israeli citizens are invited to support the inquiry):
https://www.amechad.info/knesset?inquiryLang=he#inquiry-p1da42k5enjf56eqcw2up45j/

#391 Question Regarding the Regime Structure in Israel
Dr. Pyotr Shelyashch, volunteer at "Civic Compass", former Head of the State Duma of Russia's Association of Members of Parliament for Relations with the Israeli Knesset (1996–2007), asks: In your opinion, would the transition of the State of Israel from a parliamentary republic to a presidential republic strengthen governmental stability, completely separate the legislative branch from the executive branch, and allow for more reliable planning in handling the state's fundamental problems, such as its security, the equal status and rights of citizens, and sustainable development?
For the full letter sent to the party (Israeli citizens are invited to support the inquiry):
https://www.amechad.info/knesset?inquiryLang=he#inquiry-cyds9yszdev7a2iag0w8qmhx/

"Citizens Writing a Constitution" Association

According to the "Citizens Writing a Constitution" association, one of Israel's deepest problems is the fragile and outdated constitutional mechanism that has evolved over the years through the Basic Laws. This is in comparison to advanced democratic models around the world, such as Switzerland, Taiwan, and South Korea, where the constitution is determined through broad civic debate and confirmed by referendums.

Prof. Uriel Abulafia, Political Science, Tel Aviv University and Cornell University

Prof. Uriel Abulafia asks the parties whether they are willing to recognize citizens as the true sovereign even between elections, and to transfer to them, through citizens' assemblies and binding referendums, real authority that cannot be revoked even if its outcomes turn out to be inconvenient for the party.

Yehav Enter, Chairman of the "Heading to Freedom" Association

Would you agree to enter into the loyalty and transparency procedure, in which your loyalty to the position would be reviewed every six months?

We would appreciate your response, in the belief that such cooperation will strengthen the connection between the citizens and the government.

Sincerely,
Dr. Gutnick
"Civic Compass" Association