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Yes. North Carolina has primaries open to unaffiliated. With primaries open to unaffiliated, independent (unaffiliated) voters can choose to participate in a party’s primary without having to register with that party. Some states allow this for one or both major parties. Independents can vote in these states but may need to request a party’s ballot.
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North Carolina, similar to Arizona, has a primary that is open to unaffiliated voters but closed to anyone with a partisan registration. Generally, North Carolina is not very welcoming to voters who prefer not to vote in person. The state does not offer excuse absentee voting. However, any absentee mail-in ballot must have two witnesses or be certified by a notary public who witnessed the voter mark their ballot. Like Georgia and Arizona, voters must register before an election; in North Carolina, this requires registration at least 25 days prior to the election.
Yes, it can be. In some states, independent voters face barriers like closed primaries that exclude them unless they change their party registration each election. Others offer open primaries, allowing all voters to participate regardless of party. Some states make registration seamless with same-day options, while others require voters to plan weeks or even months ahead.
Navigating these challenges takes awareness and action—but that’s exactly why the Independent Center exists. We’re here to empower independent voters, break down barriers, and build a movement for real change. Join us and make your voice heard.
A collection of the most recent surveys conducted by the Independent Center and the Bullfinch Group, providing insights into voter sentiment in North Carolina.
In-depth articles interpreting key findings from our latest polls with the Bullfinch Group in North Carolina, explaining their implications for independent voters.
Thought-provoking perspectives from the Independent Center team, covering political trends, policy debates, and voter priorities in North Carolina.
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