On January 18, the West Virginia Supreme Court ruled unanimously that the State Constitution requires a new election when the Governor leaves office more than a year before his or her term expires. See the 19-page opinion here. The case … Continue reading
At the November 2, 2010 election, the Arkansas Treasurer’s race had only two candidates on the ballot, Democrat Martha Shoffner, and Green Party nominee Bobby Tullis. Tullis polled over 40% of the vote in thirteen counties. His highest percentages were … Continue reading
On January 18, the U.S. Supreme Court revealed that it had decided not to hear Coffield v Kemp, 10-596. This is the case from Georgia that challenges the state’s procedures to get on the ballot as an independent or minor … Continue reading
Florida Senator Michael Bennett (R-Bradenton) and Florida Representative Rick Kriseman (D-St. Petersburg) have introduced proposed constitutional amendments to extend the terms of Florida State Senators from 4 years, to 6 years. The bills would also change the term of State … Continue reading
On January 18, the Washington Post ran this story, which quotes attorneys as saying that the Arizona law on the topic of disabled elected officials can not be applied to members of Congress. Yesterday the Post had run a story … Continue reading
