On January 25, Washington SB 6191 passed the Senate Rules Committee. It says that any presidential elector who does not vote for the nominee of his party is deemed to be disqualified. The bill does not cover independent presidential electors; … Continue reading
The San Diego Union Tribune has this story about Democratic Party fears that the California top-two system will deprive them of having a candidate on the November 2018 ballot for U.S. House, 49th district. Of course, Democrats control California state … Continue reading
Professor Justin Levitt has revived his blog, “All About Redistricting” (redistricting.lls.edu). This is good timing, because lawsuits over redistricting have not been so numerous since the 1960’s and early 1970’s. Thanks to Thomas Jones for the link. … Continue reading
Ballot Access News January 1, 2018 – Volume 33, Number 8 This issue was printed on white paper. Table of Contents ARKANSAS MARCH INDEPENDENT CANDIDATE PETITION DEADLINE STRUCK DOWN PENNSYLVANIA BALLOT ACCESS RESTRICTION NOW IN DANGER ALASKA BAN ON OUT-OF-STATE … Continue reading
On January 26, the Venezuela Supreme Court ruled that two or more parties will no longer be allowed to jointly nominate the same candidate. The decision is seen as a blow to the opposition parties. See this story. … Continue reading
