Wyoming Supreme Court upholds 96-day party-switch ban

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How did the left and right cover Wyoming Supreme Court upholds 96-day party-switch ban?

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Which side is not reporting Wyoming Supreme Court upholds 96-day party-switch ban?

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Which outlets covered Wyoming Supreme Court upholds 96-day party-switch ban?

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What did the Wyoming Supreme Court rule regarding the crossover-voting ban?

The Wyoming Supreme Court upheld the state's ban on voters changing their party affiliation within 96 days of an election. The court determined that this deadline does not violate voters' constitutional rights, including the right to vote and equal protection guarantees.

Why was the crossover-voting ban challenged?

The lawsuit initially sought to overturn the state's 'sore loser law' but was narrowed to challenge the 96-day period prohibiting voters from changing party affiliation before an election. Plaintiffs argued this restriction unconstitutionally burdened voting rights.

What was the reasoning behind the crossover-voting ban?

Supporters of the ban argued it was necessary to prevent registered Democrats and unaffiliated voters from changing their party affiliation to participate in Republican primary elections. The court stated the ban deters affiliation changes not motivated by genuine party attachment.