The New York Times has this article by Professor Cliff Zukin, an expert on polling. His article says that polling accuracy is in steep decline. His observations are relevant to debate sponsors, who frequently only invite candidates who make a … Continue reading
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The Gothamist here reports that Doug A. Kellner, co-chair of the New York State Board of Elections and a Democrat, now believes that the New York election law known as Wilson-Pakula does not pertain to presidential primaries. The Wilson-Pakula law … Continue reading
On June 22, Jill Stein formally announced that she is seeking the Green Party presidential nomination. She made the announcement on the radio show “Democracy Now!” hosted by Amy Goodman. Here is the transcript. … Continue reading
Dr. Ben S. Carson, a retired neurosurgeon, is a candidate for the Republican Party presidential nomination. He registered to vote in Palm Beach County, Florida, on July 24, 2013, and at that time he registered as a member of the … Continue reading
On June 22, Level the Playing Field, Peter Ackerman, the Libertarian Party, and the Green Party, sued the Federal Election Commission in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C. The case asks that the FEC be required to consider the rule-making … Continue reading