Over 15,000 Vote in C14’s Large-Scale Likud Primaries with Tali Gottlieb Leading

More than 15,000 voters have participated in the C14 initiative’s large-scale Likud primaries, which launched just a day ago. The project allows the public to directly influence the party’s candidate list for the upcoming Knesset elections by ranking their preferred candidates both on the national list and in various districts. The voting portal is free, simple, and transparent, with real-time updates on results.

Currently, MK Tali Gottlieb leads the race with over 4,000 votes, followed closely by MK Moshe Saada and MK Boaz Bismuth in second and third places respectively. This is notable as these three MKs have surpassed several incumbent ministers, signaling a potential generational shift within the ruling Likud party. The competition between Gottlieb and Saada is particularly tight, separated by only a few votes, raising speculation about a possible upset at the top of the list.

The first minister to appear on the list is Amichai Shikli, who holds fourth place, followed by Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana in fifth. Other notable candidates include Minister Shlomo Karhi in sixth and newcomer Erez Tadmor, who is running on the national list despite not being an MK or minister, in seventh. The initiative has gained significant momentum within Likud, with all candidates actively campaigning to improve their standing ahead of the official internal party elections scheduled for August 4.

The C14 primaries portal invites all voters to participate and shape the Likud’s candidate lineup for the 2026 elections, offering a unique opportunity for public engagement and influence in the party’s selection process.