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Andrew Sinclair

Coverage of Andrew Sinclair in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 4 · 20:40 UTCMost recent: Jun 5 · 13:00 UTC
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Californiaplace2top-two primary systemtopic1Eric McGheeperson1Matt Mahanperson1Adam Schiffperson1Steve Garveyperson1Public Policy Institute of Californiaorganization1Xavier Becerraperson1Steve Hiltonperson1Arnold Schwarzeneggerperson1Claremont McKenna Collegeorganization1Fox Newsorganization1top-two primarytopic1
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  • POLITICSJun 5 · 13:00 UTCCALMATTERS
    Why CA’s top-two primary isn’t working the way voters intended

    California's top-two primary system, designed to encourage moderate candidates by requiring cross-spectrum appeal, often results in typical partisan general elections with one Democrat and one Republican. Critics argue the system fails to promote ideological diversity, as voters treat it like partisan primaries, and some races see strategic undermining of opponents. Proposals to repeal the system or adopt ranked choice voting are gaining traction.

  • POLITICSJun 4 · 20:40 UTCCALMATTERS
    The top-two primary was supposed to change California politics. Did it flop?

    California's top-two primary system, designed to promote moderation, often results in conventional Democratic vs. Republican general election matchups. Despite the system allowing two highest vote-getters to advance regardless of party, most races remain partisan due to California's roughly 60% Democratic vote share, which prevents two Democrats from advancing except in rare cases.