The Israel Democracy Institute released its annual report on Tuesday, showing that public confidence in the Supreme Court has reached a new low of 49%, down from 61% last year. Moshe Feiglin commented that Former Chief Justice Barak and his judicial activism can take the 'credit' for the all-time loss of confidence. 

"The control that the judicial branch of government has exercised over Israel's elected officials has not strengthened democracy. On the contrary; it has caused the public to lose its confidence in both," said Feiglin. "Israel's judges should reflect the varied views and traditions in Israeli society and should be elected by the public's representatives in the Knesset. In addition, judges should undergo a public hearing before their election, as is the case in the US. These measures will restore public faith in the justice system."