Diplomacy & Politics Glossary

An election where only registered party members can vote to choose their party's candidate for the general election. This system limits participation to party affiliates.

An election where party members vote directly to choose their candidates for a subsequent general election.

The practice of scheduling primary elections earlier in the calendar to increase their influence in candidate selection.

Primary elections where any registered voter can participate regardless of party affiliation.

An election where any registered voter can participate in choosing a party’s candidate, regardless of party affiliation. It encourages broader voter participation.

A second election held if no candidate achieves a required threshold in the primary to ensure majority support.

An electoral system where all candidates compete in a single primary election and the two highest vote-getters advance to the general election regardless of party.