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2000 Israeli presidential election 
Summary
An election for President of Israel was held in the Knesset on 31 July 2000,[1] following Ezer Weizman's resignation.
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History edit
Moshe Katsav, a Likud politician, ran against Shimon Peres, a previous Prime Minister of Israel. In a surprising upset, the Knesset elected Katsav, by 63 to 57. Katsav assumed office as President of Israel on 1 August 2000. He was the first Israeli president sworn in for a seven-year term, as well as the first candidate from the right-wing Likud party to be elected to the office.
Results edit
| Candidate | Party | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moshe Katsav | Likud | 63 | 52.50 | |
| Shimon Peres | One Israel | 57 | 47.50 | |
| Total | 120 | 100.00 | ||
| Total votes | 120 | – | ||
| Registered voters/turnout | 120 | 100.00 | ||
References edit
- ^ Previous Presidential Elections Knesset website