According to this article, published September 14, the Florida Democratic Party is about to concede that it will not use the state’s January 29 presidential primary to choose delegates. The Democratic primary will be a “beauty contest” only, and Florida … Continue reading
Richard Winger
On August 30, U.S. District Court Judge Mark L. Wolf, a Reagan appointee, ruled that the Voting Rights Act does apply to the issue of whether felons and ex-felons may vote. Thus, if it can be shown that a state’s … Continue reading
Three election law bills in California are now in the hands of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. If you wish to register your request that he either sign or veto any of these bills, the phone for that is (916) 445-2841. SB … Continue reading
On September 14, the faction of the Prohibition Party that doesn’t recognize Earl Dodge as national chairman nominated Gene Amondson for president and Leroy Pletten for vice-president. This is the same ticket as in 2004. Apparently 16 states sent delegates.
Many state elections officials have ruled over the past 15 years that an unqualified party may circulate a petition listing a “stand-in” presidential candidate, in advance of that party’s presidential convention. The party submits the petition. Then, after that party’s … Continue reading