::::Primnary elections differ from General elections; primary elections are essentially private party elections to select a party candidate, and not elections for government offices. In most states, the two parties have agreed to allow government involvement so they can use school buildings, etc. In Nevada for instance, the parties do not hold their caucuses on the same day. | ::::Primnary elections differ from General elections; primary elections are essentially private party elections to select a party candidate, and not elections for government offices. In most states, the two parties have agreed to allow government involvement so they can use school buildings, etc. In Nevada for instance, the parties do not hold their caucuses on the same day. |