Rachel Stomel

Rachel Stomel, an expert on Israel's rabbinic establishment, discusses the potential negative impact of the government-sponsored Rabbinate and proposed legislation to increase its power. Topics include the history and evolution of the Chief Rabbinate, the lack of civil avenues for following Hala'cha, opposition to restrictive bills, and the need for political awareness and engagement to address problematic legislation. The speakers also question whether there should be a chief rabbi in Israel and advocate for radical changes to the rabbinate system.