Pollster Mano Geva Halts Cooperation With Channel 12 News
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Veteran pollster Mano Geva has suspended his institute's cooperation with Channel 12 News due to discrepancies between exit polls and final results. Geva stated the decision was made to take a "timeout" after a long period of successful work. Midgam will continue its research but will step back from television appearances for a reevaluation.
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- Pollster Mano Geva suspended cooperation with Channel 12 News.
- The decision follows discrepancies between exit polls and actual results.
- Geva cited the demanding nature of the work and the need for a "timeout."
- Midgam institute will continue other research but cease TV political polling.
- A reevaluation is planned to determine the institute's future direction.
Mano Geva, a veteran pollster and owner of the Midgam institute, has announced the suspension of his work with Channel 12's news division on political matters. The decision, reported by mako, follows discrepancies found between the exit poll results broadcast at the close of voting and the actual election outcomes.
Geva confirmed the move, stating, "We at Midgam have decided to suspend cooperation with Channel 12 News, and a written notice has also been sent. We think a timeout is needed." He emphasized that Midgam will continue its research in all fields, including politics, but will step back from television appearances.
Geva explained that the work with the news company is very demanding and consumes significant resources, saying, "The work takes a lot of energy." He concluded, "After such a long period where we have truly succeeded in delivering excellent results, I think the time has come to take a moment's pause." Geva added that a reevaluation is necessary to determine what is best for the institute at this stage.
