The Daily Northwestern, a daily newspaper published by students at Northwestern University, has this op-ed advocating that the U.S. use proportional representation for congressional elections. The paper is considered one of the best student newspapers in the nation, and it … Continue reading
Political scientists Ray LaRaja and Brian Schaffner here make a case for easing limits on donations to political parties, both to lessen corruption and ease polarization. Thanks to Rick Hasen for the link. … Continue reading
Larry Lessig responded to NBC’s inquiries about his equal time request on October 21. See this story. The network hasn’t responded to Lessig’s filing yet. … Continue reading
The New Mexico Secretary of State is interpreting New Mexico law to mean that independent candidates may not begin to petition until March 1, 2016. There is no law setting a start date for independent candidates. However, there is a … Continue reading
On June 29, 2015, the New Jersey legislature passed AB 4613, which provides that individuals known to New Jersey government will automatically be registered to vote, unless they opt out. New Jersey gives Governors a surprisingly long time to decide … Continue reading
