I like the fact that Kansas has a closed primary system; that’s a very good thing and helps the base hold incumbents accountable.
I dislike the fact that the Kansas primary election rules don’t allow for a run-off in the event no contestant gets at least 50% +1. That allows situations such as we had in Kansas where the incumbent gets less than a majority of the votes (that is, the majority actually voted AGAINST the incumbent and want to see him replaced) but because of MULTIPLE challengers the majority “AGAINST” vote was split.
A runoff election provision should be added so the base’s wishes can be actually captured.
We need instant run off or similar mechanisms in our elections to allow minority parties and party factions to have a voice not run by big money.