"Democratic Double Standard: California's 'Jungle' Primary Exposed" A scathing critique is being leveled at California Democrats, accusing them of hypocrisy when it comes to defending democracy. While they loudly advocate for democratic principles, it appears they have a different set of rules when they're on the losing end. The state's unique "jungle" primary system, where all candidates compete in a single pool and the top two advance regardless of party, has often led to two Democrats facing off in the general election. Recent events, including a high-profile 2024 election, have brought this apparent double standard to the forefront, sparking debate about the fairness and integrity of California's electoral process.
Democrats are all about defending democracy. Until they lose. Then they want to change the rules. Here in California, the Democrats have loved the “jungle” primary, where all of the candidates compete in a common pool, and the top two advance, regardless of party. Often, it’s two Democrats. And as Adam Schiff showed in 2024,...