Dossier
open primary
Coverage of open primary in the Nexus archive.
- What is California’s ‘jungle primary’ – and why are Democrats calling to change the system?
California's 'jungle primary' system allows voters to select any candidate regardless of party registration. Introduced in 2012 under Arnold Schwarzenegger, the system aims to create competition in races dominated by Democrats. The system could result in two Republicans advancing to the general election.