Political primaries & candidate selection contests are becoming increasingly popular in Europe. They are a great way for parties to open up to the public, making their structures more transparent and democratic. But they can also be hijacked by populists, pulling parties in directions at odds with most of the membership. Can alternative voting methods help to make political primaries more democratic, while also reducing the risk posed by polarising candidates?
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