Thanks for stopping by! While I support open primaries in principle, like any change to a state's constitution they can have unintended consequences.

As for the redistricting option, I have read a few commentaries lamenting the gerrymandered districts, but no one seems to think it will change. The problem, of course, is that there is no such thing as an unbiased or impartial agency to draw the lines.

That's my motto: I calls 'em as I sees 'em!

Breaking news is we may have a budget, and Maldonado at least partially got what he was demanding. But I haven't checked up on it yet, I've been answering comments instead.

-CW

That is an excellent article, and I highly recommend it to everyone.

Of course, the real solution to the problem is to fix redistricting in the state. The gerrymandered districts are the true problem, and BOTH parties are guilty of doing this. But until that gets solved for good, open primaries are a bludgeon to hold over the parties to clean up their act. While you're right, mischief may be the end result in a few elections, on overall balance I have to say I still support the open primary concept.

Again, excellent article.

-CW

CW calls 'em and he sees 'em, whether it's a Republican or a Democrat involved.. :D

Can you imagine the likes of HP or Taylor Marsh actually cheering a Republican???

Hell would have to freeze over first!! :D

Michale......

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