The Tennessee Elections Coordinator has been in the process of revising the petition form for independent candidates. State law says any independent candidate (for any office) needs 25 signatures. In the past, an independent candidate could get on the ballot … Continue reading
The Rules Committee of the Democratic Party has unanimously agreed to give Florida Democrats half their delegation, and has also agreed to give Michigan Democrats half as well. All individuals from those two states will be seated, each with a … Continue reading
This Newsday story, published May 31, says that U.S. Senator John McCain met briefly with the state chair of the Independence Party of New York, Frank MacKay. The story hints that McCain is seeking the Independence Party’s nomination. The story … Continue reading
The May 30 Boston Herald has this article on the chances of the National Popular Vote Plan bill passing this year in Massachusetts. In summary, it seems somewhat likely. … Continue reading
On May 23, the Georgia Democratic Party filed a new lawsuit against that state’s law requiring voters at the polls to show a government photo-ID. The suit depends on the Georgia Constitution, which sets forth the requirements for anyone to … Continue reading
