When Conservative Judaism's leading thinkers overwhelmingly reject the idea of forming a Masorti political party in Israel, what emerges instead may be even more transformative. Michael Graetz's proposal for establishing such a party sparked intense debate among scholars, leading to a thorough reexamination of Masorti ideology's relationship with Zionism and its potential political role. Through systematic analysis of colleague responses, divided into theoretical-philosophical and practical-realistic dimensions, the research reveals that while over 90% opposed direct party formation, citing religious-political entanglement and credibility concerns, younger Israeli-born scholars showed notable support. This dialogical process prompted Graetz to substantially revise his vision from a purely Masorti party toward a multi-denominational coalition centered on religious pluralism. The analysis identifies Masorti Judaism's unique capacity as a "radical religious movement" to bridge secular-religious divides through pluralistic values rooted in the eilu va-eilu tradition. Rather than advocating complete separation of religion and state, the movement could work toward preventing religious establishment while maintaining state support for diverse religious expressions. Specific halakhic reforms addressing Jewish identity, conversion, marriage, and intergroup relations emerge as foundations for fostering a more cohesive Israeli society. The discourse demonstrates how scholarly debate can drive ideological evolution while illuminating the complex challenges religious movements face in seeking political influence in contemporary Israel.