Israel's First Election Exit Poll Marked a Political Turning Point
Translated & summarized from TheMarker by baba
Israel's first-ever televised exit poll was broadcast on May 17, 1977, coinciding with Knesset elections. Conducted by Hanoch Smith, the poll introduced the concept to Israel. The event marked a significant moment in Israeli political reporting and public engagement with election results.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Israel's first televised exit poll aired on May 17, 1977.
- The poll was broadcast during Knesset elections.
- Hanoch Smith conducted the groundbreaking poll.
- Smith is credited with introducing exit polls to Israel.
A unique atmosphere was palpable in the Israel Broadcasting Authority studio on May 17, 1977, not only because of the Knesset elections held that day. On that date, an exit poll was broadcast on television for the first time in Israel. The poll was conducted by Hanoch Smith, who later became known as "the country's pollster" and is credited with importing the concept to Israel.
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