I just received my copy of the State of Washington Voters' Pamphlet for the August 19, 2008 Primary now called the Top 2 Primary. This change from a party primary to a "Top 2" primary is based on a 2004 Initiative which was upheld by the Supreme Court in March, 2008. What's the difference? The top two vote getters go to the November election, regardless of party designation or the lack thereof. Per the pamphlet, candidates self-designate their party preference. Some Republicans are playing the system.
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