# Primary Election

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## Labels

**Alternative Labels:**

- Candidate Selection Election
- Intra-Party Election
- Nomination Election
- Party Nomination Process
- Party Primary

## Definition

A primary election is a preliminary election in which voters of a political party select candidates for a subsequent general election. Primary elections can also determine party delegates for nominating conventions.

## Sub Class Of

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