There should be primary run-offs in every state. The only question subject to debate is whether the run-off should be triggered if no one gets 50%+1 (as in most states with run-offs) or if no one gets 40%+1 (as in NC).
Exactly. But I’d tend to go with 50%+1. I think it’s important the nominee have the support of a majority of the party voters. Also, even more important than that, EVERY state needs to have CLOSED primaries, period.
How about 45%? Didn’t Georgia used to have that threshold? Anyone getting 45% or greater usually wins the runoff.
Hmm In 2012 Texas primary Dewhurst got 44.67%.
Perhaps 50% is best.