The Democrats party's primary for the Knesset slate is set to open at 9:00 AM Monday, with 51 candidates competing. Secure digital voting runs from 9:00 to 19:00. Results will be announced at the party's campaign launch event at 20:00, according to N12's Dafna Liel.
The Democrats party, which has reported over 112,000 registered members in recent weeks (The Zioneer, July 14), is holding its first primary for the Knesset slate. The vote opens Monday at 9:00 AM, with 51 candidates — a mix of former Labor, Meretz, and independent figures — competing for slots on the party list. Voting is conducted via a secure digital system, accessible to registered members from 9:00 to 19:00. Results are expected at 20:00, timed to the party's campaign launch event.
The primary is a key milestone for the Democrats, formed earlier this year under former IDF chief of staff Yair Golan. The party has steadily grown its membership base, surpassing 100,000 in July and reaching 112,000 by mid-month. The outcome will determine the slate for the October 27 general election, where the party aims to challenge the ruling Likud-led coalition.
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