PARTIES: What primaries are all about
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March 1, 2024 1:00 AM
Words mean things. We use vocabulary to clearly communicate a thought, idea or perspective. Political parties are a type of vocabulary. When we say republican or democrat, it puts a label on a set of principles, goals and strategies designed to address pressing issues.
Last I checked, the Republican and Democratic platforms are very different. Knowing a candidate’s party affiliation helps a citizen differentiate between those on the ballot. The purpose of a primary election is to narrow the choices of candidates within a party.
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