LeDoux bill opens up primary election, sparks fight with GOP

Voters in Alaska have to make a choice during a primary election – Republicans on one ballot, and Democrats and others on a separate ballot. Now, a state lawmaker wants to change the voting system from today’s semi-closed primary to an open one, with every candidate on a single ballot.
The measure, introduced by Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux (R-Anchorage), mirrors a process adopted by California and Washington. While LeDoux says it creates a level playing field for candidates, Republicans ac