With more than half of Alabama voters identifying as Republican, the future of who runs our state and congressional offices is more often than not decided during the primary. Currently we are one of 15 states that allow for an open primary where a voter can choose either a republican or democratic ballot. It’s not uncommon for a voter to cross party lines during the primary perhaps feeling that may be the only way to impact who wins an election if there is no chance for their party candidate to win in November. Next year that option may come to an end. The Alabama Republican Party has voted to close their primary so only those who are registered Republicans could vote a republican ballot. Lawmakers will be asked to pass the legislation in the spring. With the political division and rhetoric over the last few years, many voters are seeking middle ground and turning independent. A Gallup poll from July shows 41% of the country now identify as independent. In Alabama the most recent stats
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