In my view, replacing closed party primaries with a single, nonpartisan, open primary system is an important step towards a more inclusive and representative democracy. Our current system often incentivizes polarization and caters to party extremes, limiting the pool of candidates to those who appeal to a narrow base. By implementing an open primary system, we encourage a broader range of candidates and give voters greater choice, fostering politicians who represent mainstream views and solutions. This change could help diminish partisan gridlock and promote a more functional political process.