Illinois State Senator James Meeks, a Democrat from Chicago, is threatening to organize a new party this year and to be its candidate for Governor. He is angry with the incumbent Democratic Governor, Rod Blagojevich, for promising not to raise … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: March 2006
On March 7, the New York State Supreme Court in Brooklyn dismissed a lawsuit brought by Lenora Fulani and her allies, over whether the state Independence Party had a right to dissolve three county organizations of the party. Judge Joseph … Continue reading
On March 3, a Washington State Superior Court Judge ruled against Ruth Bennett in her case involving televised debates. Bennett ran for Governor in 2004 as a Libertarian. She has asked for a rehearing. Bennett v Belo Corp., 05-2-27309-7 Seattle. … Continue reading
On March 8, the California Supreme Court heard arguments in Californians for an Open Primary v McPherson. The issue is whether Prop. 60 (passed overwhelmingly by the voters in November 2004) is validly part of the California Constitution. The legislature … Continue reading
Congressman Ron Paul of Texas, the only member of Congress who has been willing to introduce legislation outlawing restrictive ballot access laws in the past 10 years, was easily re-nominated in the Republican primary on March 7. He polled 77.7% … Continue reading