The August 4 Richmond Times-Dispatch has a long story about Rob Sarvis, the Libertarian candidate for Virginia Governor. Meanwhile, there are numerous stories about the ethical troubles of the incumbent Republican Governor (who is not running for re-election) as well … Continue reading
USA Today of August 4 has this article about the subject of deceased individuals who have left donations to political parties, or candidates, in their wills. The main focus of the article is the pending Libertarian Party lawsuit on this … Continue reading
On August 3, Alabama Governor Robert Bently formally set September 24 as the deadline for the major party primaries in the upcoming special election, U.S. House district 1. Petitions for independent candidates, and for newly-qualifying parties, are due that day. … Continue reading
The Southern Illinoisan, the daily newspaper for Carbondale, Illinois, has this story about the race in 2014 for the 12th U.S. House district. The Green Party is ballot-qualified in this district because its nominee in 2012, Paula Bradshaw, polled over … Continue reading
As of August 1, 2013, the percentage of voters registered in Colorado is: independent and miscellaneous 34.63%, Republican 32.57%, Democratic 31.61%, Libertarian .73%, Green .259%, Constitution .20%. By comparison, in November 2012, the percentages were: Republican 33.67%, independent and miscellaneous … Continue reading
