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No. Oregon has partially open primaries. Some states have partially open primary systems that permit certain voters to participate while excluding others. Independent voters can participate in most of these partially open primary systems.
As it stands today, both Republican and Democrat parties have closed their primaries to non-members.
Oregon offers in-person, online, and by-mail voter registration. Additionally, the state has an automatic voter registration system. Oregon operates a semi-closed primary, but functionally, it is a closed system. At the time of this writing, both major parties exclude non-members from voting in their primaries. Independents interested in participating will need to register as a partisan at least 21 days before the election. Oregon is an entirely vote-by-mail state, so there is no in-person voting option.
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 Oregon.
In-depth articles interpreting key findings from our latest polls with the Bullfinch Group in Oregon, explaining their implications for independent voters.
Thought-provoking perspectives from the Independent Center team, covering political trends, policy debates, and voter priorities in Oregon.
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