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An indicated primary is a type of primary election in which voters are presented with a list of candidates who have already been endorsed by their political party. This process is often used in states that do not have a closed primary system, where voters must be registered with a specific party to participate. In an indicated primary, voters are not required to declare their party affiliation at the polling place, but they are instead presented with a list of candidates who have been endorsed by their respective parties.

The indicated primary system is designed to encourage voter turnout and reduce the number of write-in votes. It allows voters to cast their ballots for candidates without having to register with a specific party, which can be a barrier for some voters. However, it also means that voters may not be fully informed about the candidates they are voting for, as they are not presented with a full slate of candidates from each party.

The indicated primary system has been used in various forms in different states, and its effectiveness in promoting voter turnout and encouraging political participation has been a subject of debate among political scientists and election officials. Some proponents argue that it helps to increase voter engagement and reduce the number of write-in votes, while critics contend that it may lead to a lack of voter education and a less informed electorate.