Likud Considers Extending Voting Hours to Boost Primary Turnout
Amid the ongoing Likud primaries held today, party officials are contemplating an unusual step to extend the voting hours. Currently, the polls are scheduled to close at 9:00 PM, but due to a relatively low turnout rate, the party is considering delaying the closing time to allow more members to vote and influence the Knesset candidate list.
Political analyst Michael Shemesh reported that this extension is being seriously evaluated to increase participation. As of the latest update, only 36% of eligible Likud members have voted, with 51,453 voters casting ballots nationwide. A Likud source involved in the primaries commented, "Now everything is clear," indicating the party's awareness of the turnout situation and the potential need for action.
This move reflects the party's efforts to maximize member engagement in the candidate selection process ahead of the upcoming elections.
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