A primary election is a preliminary election in which political parties select their candidates for the general election. These elections can be open, allowing any registered voter to participate, or closed, where only registered party members can vote. The results determine which candidates will represent their party in the upcoming general election.
Primary elections can take various forms, including presidential primaries, where voters choose their preferred candidate for the party's nomination for president. They are essential for shaping the political landscape and giving voters a voice in the selection of candidates who will appear on the ballot in the general election.
