Op-ed: The public wants reform, and the political issue should not overshadow the fact that Israeli society is paralyzed; we need to demand real commitment to solving our problems.

Analysis: Haredi parties are based on an impassioned hard core and don't usually disappear. Shas is different, and after the events of the past few weeks, it is facing an uncertain future.

Op-ed: A party leader who reneges on a promise he gave public must either regain public's trust or resign.