Florida Primary Elections and Amendments

Florida's closed primary elections have been contentious, with a movement to open them up through a constitutional amendment. This amendment would allow voters to choose any candidate in state-level primaries, regardless of party affiliation. However, the Attorney General and both major political parties oppose it, arguing it misleads voters and undermines party nomination processes. Despite opposition, the group All Voters Vote has gathered significant support, and the amendment may appear on the 2020 ballot if approved by the state supreme court.

What is the current system for primary elections in Florida?

• Runoff primary system

• Closed primary system

• Open primary system

• Jungle primary system

What change does the group 'All Voters Vote' want to implement in Florida's primary elections?

• Introduce a jungle primary system

• Keep the closed primary system

• Switch to a presidential primary system

• Adopt a congressional primary system

Which races would the proposed amendment affect?

• Presidential and congressional races

• State legislature, governor, and cabinet races

• All races including local elections

• Only gubernatorial races

What is the main argument of the Attorney General against the amendment?

• It simplifies the election process

• It would increase voter turnout

• It supports only one political party

• It misleads voters about the election process

How would the proposed amendment change the election process according to the Attorney General?

• Introduce a new voting technology

• Create a primary followed by a general election

• Create a general election followed by a runoff

• Eliminate the need for elections

Why might political parties feel threatened by the proposed amendment?

• It would decrease voter participation

• Non-party affiliates are a growing segment of voters

• It would increase party control

• It would reduce election costs

What percentage of Florida's electorate do non-party affiliates represent?

• Less than 10%

• About 15%

• Exactly 50%

• More than 25%

What has the group 'All Voters Vote' achieved in their efforts to get the amendment on the ballot?

• Collected more than 90% of the needed signatures

• Secured a spot on the ballot without opposition

• Collected 50% of the needed signatures

• Received full support from political parties

What is the next step for the amendment to appear on the ballot?

• Approval by the state legislature

• Approval by the state supreme court

• Approval by the federal government

• Approval by the governor

When could Florida voters potentially see this amendment on their ballots?

• Next November

• Immediately

• In two years

• In five years