"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."
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.
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