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But it's still a complicated process. If you plan on voting in the Republican presidential preference poll, it's a secret ballot similar to voting in any other general election.

The Democratic caucus is much more involved, however. In Alaska, you can caucus for any Democrat who declared a candidacy, including those who have already dropped out of the race. The one exception is Connecticut Sen. Chris Dodd who is not on the ballot. Uncommitted is an option as well.

Everyone in attendance then stands in a designated area of the room next to a sign bearing their chosen candidates' name. If, however, a candidate receives less than 15 percent of the vote from those in attendance, that candidate is considered "not viable," and everyone who voted for him or her must pick a different candidate.

If nothing else, Democratic spokeswoman Kay Brown told me earlier it's a great way to meet new people.