On January 25, Slate published this analysis of the effects of Citizens United v FEC by law professor Nathaniel Persily, an expert on election law. … Continue reading
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Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman announced on January 25 that he will not run for Governor of Nevada this year as an independent candidate. See this story. He said he would rather complete his term as Mayor of Las Vegas. … Continue reading
Burlington, Vermont, holds city elections in March, every year. The elections are partisan. The city has 13 city council members. Currently, Democrats hold 7 seats, Republicans hold 2, Progressives 2, there are 2 independents, and one vacancy. Seven of the … Continue reading
Orly Taitz, who filed some of the lawsuits on presidential qualifications last year, says on her blog that she may run in the Republican primary for California statewide office, either Secretary of State or Attorney General. See this story. Thanks … Continue reading
On January 13, the California Supreme Court refused to hear Clark v Bowen, S179046. This is the case in which a Republican sued to overturn a California election law that says he can’t be on the Republican primary ballot in … Continue reading