Open primaries

Open primaries are a type of election process where voters can choose candidates from any political party, regardless of their own party affiliation. This means that registered voters are not limited to voting only for candidates of the party they belong to. Open primaries aim to encourage broader participation and can lead to more moderate candidates, as candidates must appeal to a wider range of voters. This system contrasts with closed primaries, where only registered party members can vote for their party's candidates.