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he would not be contesting the leadership. This was regarded as a surprise to political observers. Meir, for her part, indicated after the meeting that she was willing to consider serving, remarking, "I always accept decisions of party institutions. I will think I about what I heard at this committee, and then I'll reach my conclusion."
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Some saw the vote as merely for a temporary successor to Eshkol, rather than a long-term one. It was unclear, due to her age and health, how long Meir might serve if elected. Many speculated she would merely act as a transitional party leader and prime minister, whose tenure would serve to avoid a
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both desired to become the new party leader. However, neither of them had been integral members of the party establishment, and each faced significant resistance from significant portions of the party. Allon was regarded as too
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became acting prime minister. The individual that would be elected as his successor as the leader of the
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