The Oregon Secretary of State has tentatively decided to issue a regulation that would injure independent candidates. Earlier this year, the legislature passed HB 2614, which says that it is illegal for a voter to nominate more than a single … Continue reading
On November 4, the 8th circuit invalidated a Minnesota state campaign finance law that makes it illegal for charities to request donations from candidates. Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life v Kelley, 03-4077. … Continue reading
On November 1, Libertarian Doug Anderson was elected to the Lakewood, Colorado city council. This is the second time Anderson has won an election as a Libertarian. In 1987 he was elected to the Denver election commission. Both elections are … Continue reading
On the evening of November 2, the US House of Representatives failed to pass HR 1606, which would exempt the internet from campaign finance restrictions. The bill received 225 “Yes” votes and 182 “No” votes, but it needed two-thirds to … Continue reading
On the evening of November 2, the US House of Representatives failed to pass HR 1606, which would exempt the internet from campaign finance restrictions. The bill received 225 “Yes” votes and 182 “No” votes, but it needed two-thirds to … Continue reading
