Likud Camp Recalls Shocking Election Day Turnaround
Translated & summarized from TheMarker by baba
The "change bloc" is grappling with internal fallout after initial election day projections showed them poised for victory, while the Likud party is analyzing its dramatic turnaround from anticipating defeat to securing a win. Activists within Likud reported widespread dejection on Monday afternoon, with projections indicating the "change bloc" would exceed 60 mandates. This starkly contrasted with the final results on Tuesday, leading the Likud to seek explanations for the shift.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- The "change bloc" is experiencing internal conflict following election day projections.
- Likud party members are analyzing their unexpected shift from anticipating defeat to victory.
- On Monday afternoon, Likud activists reported a somber mood and expectations of significant loss.
- Initial estimates suggested the "change bloc" would surpass 60 mandates.
- The situation on Tuesday presented a stark contrast to Monday's projections.
Within the "change bloc" camp, shock has subsided and knives are being drawn, with questions arising about whether Netanyahu will enlist draft dodgers or appoint Elazar Stern as Knesset chairman. Meanwhile, the Likud party is recounting how, on Monday afternoon, they were convinced of defeat, only to later find a scapegoat.
On Monday afternoon, the Likud headquarters were filled with dejection. Party activists reported a somber atmosphere and preparations for a significant loss. According to estimates circulating within Likud, Gadi Eisenkot's Yisrael Beiteinu party was not only poised to be the largest party by midday but the entire "change bloc" was projected to far surpass the 60-mandate threshold. This was almost a mirror image of the mandate distribution on Tuesday. The prevailing sentiment was, "It's over."