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June 2 Primary Election 
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Election Day is Tuesday, June 2, 1998. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. On the June 2 ballot, voters will select candidates for all statewide executive offices and one U.S. Senate seat. There are nine state propositions and local elections and ballot measures.
In its mission to encourage the informed participation of citizens in government, the League is pleased to provide the following voter information:
The League's online voter information website for state and local elections in six counties in California. Find your polling place and a list of all races on your ballot. All candidates in the 6 counties and the statewide races have been asked to give voters information about themselves and their priorties. Even if you are not in one of the 6 counties, find information on all statewide races and propositions!!
The League publishes a nonpartisan explanation of the propositions on the state ballot and the main arguments of their proponents and opponents. Also see "Criteria for Evaluating Ballot Propositions " (in English or en español.) and "The Initiative Process" (in English or en español.)
It's a new experience for all of us -- our first open primary election.
Get your questions answered on the subjects of Voter Registration, Political Parties, Sample Ballot/Ballot Pamphlet, Polling Information, and Primary and General Elections.
The Open Primary Election
California voters will participate in the state's first open primary election on June 2, 1998. The voters approved the open primary in 1996 so all registered voters can vote, even those who are registered as Independent.Your June ballot will have a different appearance. It will list the names of all candidates from every political party. You may vote for any candidate you wish, but you can only vote for one candidate in each race.
The open primary applies to all candidates for partisan office, including governor and other statewide offices, State Senate, State Assembly, and U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives. The one exception is the County Central Committee. Only voters registered in a particular political party can vote in that party's Central Committee election.
The candidate of each political party who receives the most votes for a state elective office becomes the nominee of that party at the next general election.
About the League
The League of Women Voters of California is a nonpartisan organization committed to informed and active citizen participation in government. All citizens, men and women, of voting age are welcomed to join. The League has two roles, citizen education and advocacy. Our election services are carried out by the League of Women Voters of California Education Fund (LWVCEF) and exclude all advocacy. The League does not support or oppose candidates or political parties.
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