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California's Jungle Primary: Unpredictable Results
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Californias top-two jungle primary system, approved in 2004, aims to elect more moderate candidates. Voters pick their top two choices from all candidates, regardless of party, and the top two advance to the general election. This system has led to unexpected outcomes, such as Republicans winning in deep blue areas and Democrats splitting votes. Critics argue it favors extremes and creates same-party showdowns. The upcoming June primary is under scrutiny, with polls showing two Republicans leading in the governor race despite Democrats outnumbering Republicans.
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