On April 8, a non-controversial technical Illinois election law bill was amended by its authors, so that the bill now would also restore the straight-ticket device in Illinois general elections. The bill is HB 2673. The sponsors are six Democrats … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: May 2008
On May 2, 4 U.S. Senators introduced S.2959, which would require states to permit same-day voter registration in federal elections. The sponsors are Senators Russell Feingold of Wisconsin, Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, Jon Tester of Montana, and Tom Harkin of … Continue reading
The American Independent Party state convention in California this year is set for June 6-8, in Sacramento, at a Denny’s Restaurant at 9256 3rd Street. This convention will choose presidential elector candidates. It is likely to receive a large attendance, … Continue reading
On May 1, U.S. District Court Judge Alan Kay, a Reagan appointee, upheld Hawaii’s petition-checking procedures. The Hawaii Supreme Court had also upheld them, on March 27. The federal case is called Nader v Cronin, 04-611, and had been filed … Continue reading
On May 1, U.S. District Court Judge Alan Kay, a Reagan appointee, upheld Hawaii’s petition-checking procedures. The Hawaii Supreme Court had also upheld them, on March 27. The federal case is called Nader v Cronin, 04-611, and had been filed … Continue reading