On September 6, the Massachusetts legislature’s joint Election Law Committee took testimony on SB 365. It would not permit any presidential candidate to be listed on either a presidential primary ballot, or the general election ballot, unless he or she … Continue reading
Rick Hasen has this list of amicus curiae briefs in Gill v Whitford, 16-1161, that are on the side that opposes the Wisconsin legislative districts. The list includes dozens of political scientists and other academicians. It is believed that no … Continue reading
Gary Johnson and Jill Stein will ask for a rehearing en banc in Johnson v Commission on Presidential Debates, the case that argues that the Commission on Presidential Debates is breaking federal anti-trust laws. The original 3-judge panel had ruled … Continue reading
On September 6, the Michigan House passed HB 4892 by 92-13. It says that if city officials gave out incorrect information about the deadline for candidates to file for city office this year, the deadlines can be adjusted. The bill … Continue reading
This extensive Politico story about the National Popular Vote movement gives details that most articles don’t mention. It says the the strategy of the movement is to try very hard to persuade Utah to pass the plan early in 2018. … Continue reading
