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genxlib

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12. It varies by state

Reply to Ms. Toad (Reply #11)

Mon Jan 12, 2026, 02:29 PM

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In many places, you have to be registered with one or the other to vote in the primary. I think things are shifting to open primaries partly for this reason.

Glad it works for you and thank you for your efforts working on these issues.

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