If President Biden and Vice-President Harris died in this period, the next President would be the U.S. Senate President Pro Tempore, Patty Murray of Washington state. Just now there is no Speaker. Thanks to Charles Stewart and Doug Hess for … Continue reading
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On December 16, the Florida Secretary of State granted recognition to the Conservative Party. Its chair is Keith C. Westbrook of Gainesville. … Continue reading
On November 8, 2022, Libertarian Party nominee Sean Schriver, running for State House, district 71, polled 32.24% in a two-way race. That is the highest percentage for any minor party candidate for Iowa legislature since before World War II. Iowa, … Continue reading
On December 21, the Georgia Libertarian Party filed this brief in Cowen v Raffensperger, n.d., 1:17cv-4660. This is the case against the Georgia 5% petition procedure for U.S. House candidates of minor parties and independent candidates. The case is still … Continue reading
On December 23, the Hawaii Supreme Court upheld the state’s primary voting system. Malish v Nago, SCEC-22-682. The Hawaii Constitution says in primary elections, no voter is asked to declare a party or declare independent status. It says each primary … Continue reading