There are many myths circulating around the state about CI-126 and CI-127, which would implement open primaries and majority-winner elections in Montana. Many of these myths are coming from those who stand to lose some of their power if these initiatives pass: political parties and the candidates that benefit from our current partisan primary structure. But CI-126 and CI-127 will give that power back to the voters, where it belongs.

Here are four myths about CI-126 and CI-127 and the truth about how these initiatives work and why they’re critical for the future of Montana elections.