One of the least-discussed flaws with the Electoral College system is that there are an even number of presidential electors. Generally, commentators assume some presidential candidate will always receive a majority of the electoral votes if no minor party or … Continue reading
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San Francisco uses Instant Runoff Voting for most of its city elections. The city chooses a Mayor on November 8. Benenson Strategy Group, a pollster, went to the trouble to simulate the Instant Runoff Voting system in its poll. See … Continue reading
On September 7, California Governor Jerry Brown vetoed SB 448, which says that paid initiative circulators must wear a badge that says “Paid circulator.” Here is his veto message, which says, “If it is acceptable to force paid signature gatherers … Continue reading
On September 7, no hearing was held on California’s AB 1413, the bill that removes write-in space from November ballots for Congress and state office. The leadership of the legislature has decided not to consider the bill until next year. … Continue reading
The California Senate Elections Committee will hold a hearing on Wednesday, September 7, on AB 1413, the bill which removes write-in space on general election ballots for Congress and state office. The time of the hearing has not yet been … Continue reading