Illinois Governor Pat Quinn must take some action on House Bill 723 between now and August 26. This is the bill that requires nominees of qualified parties who are chosen by party committee to submit a petition if they wish … Continue reading
The August 23 issue of The Philadelphia Inquirer has this op-ed, advocating that the Pennsylvania legislature pass the National Popular Vote Plan bill for presidential elections. The op-ed is by the bill’s author, Representative Mark Cohen (D-Philadelphia). … Continue reading
The August 23 issue of The Eagle-Tribune of North Andover, Massachusetts, has this story, saying New Hampshire Republican state house member Anthony DiFruscia says he will run for re-election in 2010 as an independent candidate, not as a Republican. Tne … Continue reading
The August 23 issue of the Albany (New York) Times Union has this story, about voters who own homes in two different regions of New York state, and who are registered at both addresses. The Help America Vote Act passed … Continue reading
The New York Times published this editorial in its local edition on August 21. It expresses concern that the Working Families Party is too closely associated with Data and Field Services, a for-profit company that assists electoral campaigns. The Times … Continue reading
