A comparison of proportionality, the dominant doctrine in constitutional law worldwide, with the American doctrine of balancing.

Introduction; 1. Exposition; 2. History; 3. Political culture; 4. Epistemology; 5. Justification and authority; 6. Intent and impact; 7. The future; Conclusion.

Moshe Cohen-Eliya is Dean of the Law School of the Academic Center of Law and Business, Israel.