Gantz Signs Vote Surplus Deal With Golan's 'Democrates'
Benny Gantz, leader of the National Unity party, has signed a surplus vote agreement with the 'Democrates' party, headed by Yair Golan. The agreement, signed on September 10, 2026, aims to maximize the number of seats each party can secure in the upcoming Knesset elections.
This pact allows the parties to transfer unused surplus votes to each other, potentially increasing their representation in the 26th Knesset. The 'Democrates' party, led by former Meretz MK Yair Golan, is a relatively new political entity seeking to gain a foothold in the Israeli political landscape.
The National Unity party, a significant bloc in the current political climate, is positioning itself for the elections by forming strategic alliances. The agreement with Golan's party is seen as a move to consolidate votes and potentially strengthen Gantz's political standing.
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