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Why Should Oregonians Oppose Ballot Measure 65?
The “Top-Two Primary” (formerly called "Open Primary") ballot measure seeks to dramatically change the way Oregonians vote in a primary election. There are better ways to reform our election system, such as instant runoff voting, currently enjoying success in San Francisco and elsewhere.

Five Reasons to Vote NO on Measure 65

1. It will pit minor political parties against major parties in one free-for-all.

2. It will decrease voter participation, just like it did in Washington and Louisiana.

3. It is a "Top Dogs" system that favors well-funded and extreme candidates.

4. It gives monied elites and corporations more influence over who runs for office.

5. Voters from every political party deserve the right to nominate their candidates.

A "Top Two Primary" is a step backwards for Oregon!
Oregonians want an end to partisan bickering, but a "Top Two Primary" will make the situation worse. Campaigns will start earlier and cost more money. Candidates seeking to differentiate themselves from the free-for-all of a Top Two have the incentive to attack their opponents rather than talk about real solutions. Grassroots candidates have to cozy up to big corporate donors if they want to succeed in the primary. Voter turnout decreases, and minor political parties get pushed to the wayside.

Five questions you should ask about Measure 65
Question #1: Why are corporations, business associations, and wealthy elites supporting a measure that affects the way elections are administered? (A: see FAQs)

Question #2: Why would Oregon model our primary after Louisiana? (A: see facts & figures)

Question #3: Why don't any of Oregon's minor political parties support a Top Two? (A: see FAQs)

Question #4: Don't we want party members - not party leaders - collectively deciding which candidate the party endorses? (A: see FAQs)

Question #5: Why did FairVote.org conclude that "Louisiana's system limits voter choices and can elect unrepresentative candidates..."? (A: see learn more)

How a “Louisiana-style” Primary Works
All candidates from all parties run against each other in a single primary and only the top two will appear on the general election ballot, regardless of party affiliation. It is not the same as an Open Primary.

OEA Urges "NO" on Ballot Measure 65!

For more information, visit: www.voteno65.org