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Critics of Minnesota's precinct caucus system are once again calling for the state to do away with the voting system, after 

long lines and overcrowding plagued caucus sites

Why do we caucus in Minnesota?


Opponents have long argued the system is too complicated, informal and inaccessible to many likely voters.  But supporters say the caucus is a grassroots tradition, allowing newcomers a gateway into the political system.  


MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Republican state Rep. Pat Garofalo, who has been critical of the system.

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Republican state Rep. Pat Garafalo says a primary should replace the Minnesota presidential caucus system.

State Rep. Pat Garafalo says a primary should replace the Minnesota presidential caucus system.

GOP lawmaker wants to dump Minnesota caucus system in favor of primary

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