On April 8, the Public Policy institute of California (PPIC) hosted an hour interview with Dr. Shirley Weber, California’s new Secretary of State. In response to a question, she stated that she is opposed to the top-two system because it … Continue reading
On April 13, Ballotpedia published this summary of bills that have already passed state legislatures this year that make it more difficult for initiatives to get on the ballot, or to pass. … Continue reading
Clyde Cook, the only Republican who filed for the New Jersey State Senate District 5 seat, only submitted 105 signatures. His petition was challenged and he was removed from the primary ballot. The requirement is 100 signatures. See this story. … Continue reading
California law says that once an election-related petition is submitted, it is not a public document. On April 12, the Senate Elections Committee passed SB 663 by a vote of 4-1. It says that an exception will be made for … Continue reading
On April 13, New Hampshire held a special election to fill a vacancy in the State House, Hillsborough 21 district. The results: Republican Bill Boyd 52.96%; Democrat Wendy Thomas 44.86%; American Solidarity nominee Stephen Hollenberg 2.18%. When this seat was … Continue reading
