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GOP Sues Over Open Primaries in SC | Greenville News
South Carolina’s Republican Party is suing the state over its open primary system, demanding voters must register with a party to vote in its primary — arguing it violates their constitutional rights. After legislative efforts to close primaries failed, they’re now turning to federal court, hoping for a ruling that forces party affiliation for primary voting. Critics, including the Democratic Party’s executive director and political science experts, warn this could disenfranchise independent voters and undermine democratic participation. The State Election Commission hasn’t yet received the…
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