New Closed Primary Leads to Confusion in U.S. Senate Race

New closed primary leads to confusion in U.S. Senate race

Louisiana’s new closed primary system caused confusion and delays Saturday, especially for no-party voters choosing between Democratic and Republican ballots.

Widespread confusion surrounds Louisiana's May 16 election, leaving voters 'frustrated'

Similar issues that plagued early voting in Louisiana were present on election day. The state Democratic Party says the “mass confusion” amounts to “voter suppression and voter intimidation.”

Closed primary election caused confusion for many voters in Louisiana

BATON ROUGE - Some voters ran into confusion at the polls as new rules under a closed primary system left some unsure of how to cast their ballot.