The article discusses the flaws in New York City's democratic process, emphasizing that low voter turnout and restrictive primary elections diminish true democratic representation. With about two-thirds of voters registered as Democrats, a significant portion of the electorate, roughly one-third, is excluded from pivotal primary elections. The author argues that this exclusion undermines the meaning of democracy, as evidenced by extremely low participation rates, with turnout often below 20%. The system's design limits meaningful choices for voters, necessitating reforms for a healthier democratic process.
Voter turnout in New York City primaries is incredibly low, averaging below 20%, demonstrating that elections don't always reflect true democratic participation.
Only about a third of New York City voters have access to the primaries, resulting in a situation where millions are excluded from critical electoral decisions.
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