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Proposition 198

California Statewide • 1996 •  Initiative 

Passed

Result: 59.5% yes, 40.5% no

AI-generated plain-language summary

This measure established an open primary system in California where all candidates for an office would appear on the same primary ballot regardless of party affiliation, and all voters could vote for any candidate. The top vote-getter from each party would then advance to the general election.

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