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Politicology
The Primary Solution
May 8, 2024
Nick Troiano, Executive Director of Unite America, dives into the flaws of primary elections that fuel partisanship, disenfranchise voters, and limit choices. He advocates for open primaries, ranked-choice voting, and abolishing partisan primaries. Examples from Alaska show the success of alternative systems. The conversation explores reform options, challenges, and the path forward toward a healthier democracy.
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- Opening primary elections can benefit voters by providing a broader say in candidate selection.
- Balancing structural reforms like open primaries with cultural changes is key to improving governance.
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Primary Elections Encourage Extreme Candidates
Opening primary elections could benefit voters by allowing a broader say in candidate selection, reshaping elected officials' priorities, and fostering more excitement in voting. The push for more inclusive primaries aims to counter the current system that drives candidates to extremes to win elections. Alaska's move towards open primaries has shown positive results, offering voters a wider choice of candidates and leading to more representative outcomes.
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