“The nation state bill is an attempt to undermine the Declaration of Independence for political interests. The bill will damage the country both at home and abroad … Ben-Gurion’s legacy demands us to make sure Israel remains the state it was founded to be – a model state, enlightened, seeking peace, justice and equality.” (Former President Shimon Peres, speaking at a memorial for Israel’s first Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion, 27/11/2014)