On January 3, a 3-judge U.S. District Court invalidated West Virginia’s U.S. House district boundaries. The vote was 2-1. Here is the opinion, which is interesting reading, especially the second half. The plan was rejected because one of the districts … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: January 2012
Some commentators about politics and election law have recently expressed the opinion that it would be illegitimate to change the Virginia presidential primary ballot access law between now and the March 6, 2012 presidential primary in that state. They sometimes … Continue reading
On January 3, Georgia State Administrative Judge Michael M. Malihi refused to dismiss a lawsuit that challenges President Barack Obama’s spot on the March 6 Georgia Democratic presidential primary. The lawsuit was filed by various Georgia voters, who argue that … Continue reading
The Federal Election Commission has only received one request for primary season matching funds, so far. It is from Buddy Roemer, who is simultaneously seeking the Republican nomination and the Americans Elect nomination. Candidates file for primary season matching funds, … Continue reading
Representative Jack Harper of Arizona has introduced HB 2027 into the 2012 session of the legislature. It moves the names of presidential elector candidates on the November ballot so they come before the names of vice-presidential nominees. Under current law, … Continue reading