For the first time ever, an independent candidate for State Senate is likely to qualify for a North Carolina government-printed ballot. He is Eric Fink, who is running against Senator Phil Berger, a Republican with no Democratic or Libertarian opponent. … Continue reading
Political scientist Seth Masket has this relatively short and simple summary of political science research showing that type of primary does not effect whether moderates or extremists get elected. The article is in Pacific Standard, an award-winning bimonthly magazine that … Continue reading
On June 20, the Fourth Circuit agreed with the U.S. District Court that Virginia’s discriminatory listing of candidates on the general election ballot is constitutional. Libertarian Party of Virginia v Alcorn, 15-1162. The decision is by Judge J. Harvie Wilkinson, … Continue reading
Politico has this story about the Jill Stein for President campaign, with observations about how her campaign and the Gary Johnson campaign affect each other. … Continue reading
Rocky De La Fuente, independent presidential candidate, has recently sued Oklahoma over its petition requirement for independent presidential candidates. The law requires 40,047 valid signatures by July 15. No one has completed this type of petition in Oklahoma since 1992, … Continue reading
