Primary definition
A primary election that allows state parties to decide whether they permit voters registered without a political party affiliate to [participate in their primary elections.
Also known asSemi-Closed Primary · Hybrid Primary · Partially Closed Primary
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A primary election that allows state parties to decide whether they permit voters registered without a political party affiliate to [participate in their primary elections.
EAC Glossary of Terms · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Modified Closed Primary. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 24, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/modified-closed-primary
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