On May 2, the Alabama House unanimously passed SB 324, which gives more time for qualified parties to certify their presidential and vice-presidential nominees, and also gives more time for independent presidential candidates to submit their petition.
The fact that the Alabama legislature has moved so quickly to solve the problem that the Democratic National Convention is after the old deadline will put pressure on the Ohio legislature to pass a similar bill. So far there seems to be no bill to do that in Ohio.
Boo hiss. They are shaming their confederate ancestors who fought bravely to preserve blood and soil. Not cut and run or surrender to Chinese invasion like these pantywaists.
This is not how you win.
So the corrupt R-controlled legislature here in AL gave the Ds a break.
Unsurprising. It’s also pathetic.
True. And, you’re in Alabama? Not Colorado anymore?
The Ohio and Alabama deadlines are absolutely unconstitutional. The Democratic Party could easily win a lawsuit against either state. So the Alabama legislature is being intelligent by avoiding the need for such a lawsuit.
Too-early deadlines have been struck down in court in 30 states. The US Supreme Court ruled against early deadlines in Ohio (twice), Arkansas, and Pennsylvania (the latter two were summary affirmances). There is no state interest in such early deadlines. Not only Anderson v Celebrezze, but also Trump v Anderson, would settle the matter.
What is the new deadline for the independent presidential petition in Alabama?
Aug 23
What court cases indicate August is an early deadline? Have earlier deadlines not been upheld like june and Jul?
Why should the Democrats have special rules?
It stems from special education.