On March 19, the Louisiana House & Government Affairs Committee passed HB 193. It lets independent candidates use the ballot label “independent” instead of “no party.” Thanks to Jim Riley for this news. A somewhat similar bill that failed in … Continue reading
On March 19, U.S. District Court Judge Eric Melgren, a George W. Bush appointee, issued an opinion in Kobach v U.S. Election Assistance. The 28-page opinion determines that Kansas and Arizona are free to require that individuals who use the … Continue reading
On March 18, the Kentucky Senate passed SB 205, which lets candidates run simultaneously for President (or Vice-President) and some other office simultaneously. Thanks to Rick Hasen for this news. The bill now goes to the House. … Continue reading
On March 18, Pennsylvania held a special election to fill the vacant State Senate seat, 28th district. In special elections in Pennsylvania, qualified parties nominate by party meeting; there is no primary. The Republican Party chose Ron Miller, the state … Continue reading
On March 18, John Mirisch sued the California Secretary of State for rejecting his declaration of candidacy. He is running for State Senate, 26th district. His paperwork was rejected because he had faxed it, although a few days later he … Continue reading
