Top Two Primary

California's Ballot Experiment

Chris Weigant | Posted 05.21.2012

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Chris Weigant

This election will be different for Californians in a major way, because when the general election rolls around in November, there will likely be no third parties on the ballot for voters to choose from. The reason is that California is in the midst of a political science experiment.

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America's Two Political Reform Movements

Harry Kresky | Posted 03.13.2012

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Harry Kresky

If the White House only resists the partisanship of the Republicans, and never challenges the partisanship of both parties, it can have a hollow ring.

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California's Humpty-Dumpty Law

Gautam Dutta | Posted 05.25.2011

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Gautam Dutta

Although SB 6 is sitting on a wall, its Humpty-Dumpty election rules do not have to fall.

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Why People Hate Politics

Gautam Dutta | Posted 05.25.2011

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Gautam Dutta

Rather than engage in discussion and debate, many politicians find it easier to demonize their opponents, rather than debate the issues.

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Why FairVote Opposes California's Prop 14 - But Seeks Reform

Rob Richie | Posted 05.25.2011

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Rob Richie

FairVote's Board of Directors recently voted to oppose Proposition 14 on the ballot this June in California. Here is our statement. Many Californian...

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Why Independents Are Right and Ralph Nader Is Wrong About Proposition 14

Harry Kresky | Posted 05.25.2011

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Harry Kresky

Prop 14 would allow all voters, whether affiliated with a party or not, to vote in an all-inclusive first round in which every candidate is listed on the ballot with their party preference next to their name.

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Top Two Reasons To Reject The Top Two Primary

Gautam Dutta | Posted 05.25.2011

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Gautam Dutta

Here are the top two reasons to reject Prop 14, also called the "Top Two" Primary. First, Prop 14 will stifle political competition and debate. Second, Prop 14 will deprive voters of a full range of candidate choices.

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