The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Day 743 - Micah Goodman: End of Gaza war heralds a tectonic shift in Israel
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Oct 18, 2025 Micah Goodman, an insightful author and public intellectual, shares his perspective on Israel’s potential transformation into a Third Republic. He reflects on how the recent war signifies a move away from far-right extremism, arguing that the new political landscape will see unity among Israelis with shared values. Goodman emphasizes the importance of pragmatism over utopian dreams, as grassroots movements gain momentum. He discusses the shifting political dynamics, where the real division is likely to be between the pragmatic right and the far-right.
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Israel Moving Toward A Third Republic
- Micah Goodman argues Israel has entered a Third Israeli Republic after the upheavals since October 7th.
- He compares historical ruptures (1967/1973) to the present moment as a tectonic political shift.
Dual War Shocks Reshape Society
- Goodman says society has simultaneously experienced the triumph of 1967 and the collapse of 1973 within two years.
- That dual shock produces a unique post-war society reshaping Israeli politics and identity.
Netanyahu's Move Undercuts Far‑Right Fantasies
- Netanyahu's signing of the U.S. 20-point plan signals a break with far-right fantasies like reversing Gaza disengagement.
- Goodman sees this as burying long-standing right-wing taboos and enabling pragmatic consensus.
