In “An open primary…”, the editors oppose Proposition 14 in California in which “…a voter will cast a ballot for a candidate, regardless of party affiliation. The two top vote-getters will move to compete In the general election. (An exception is the presidential primary, which will remain partisan.)”
They conclude “People who support a set of party principles should be the ones who choose the candidates to represent their party in the general election.”
WATCHDOG:
The fact that the most fervent liberals or conservatives turn out for primaries has lead to an unrepresentative polarization of our politics. Although the “silent majority” seeks consensus and bi-partisanship, the relative die-hards control primary outcomes and thus have undue influence over legislators.
If we want legislators who truly represent the will of their party, we should give serious consideration to Proposition 14. (Also to Proposition 7 that legalizes marijuana use.)
