The Idaho Republican state convention was held June 14-15. Delegates voted 199-192 to support the state’s open primary, which has existed for almost 100 years. Idaho has never had registration by party. However, the party is currently fighting in federal … Continue reading
U.S. Senator Bill Nelson (D-Florida) recently introduced SJR 39, which would provide for the direct election of the president. The wording is now available. It reads, “Sec. 1. The President and Vice President shall be jointly elected by the direct … Continue reading
Former U.S. Senator Mike Gravel has been working for a national initiative process for the United States for many years. See www.nationalinitiative.us for more about this project. Gravel’s recent campaign for the Libertarian Party presidential nomination helped publicize his goal, … Continue reading
On June 2, an independent candidate for the Pennsylvania Senate filed a lawsuit in federal court, challenging several aspects of Pennsylvania ballot access procedures. The candidate, Dennis Baylor, is representing himself, but the complaint is very well-drafted. The election code … Continue reading
Washington State Democrats meet in state convention June 14-15. The party says it will nominate Democrats for this year’s elections, even though the nominations will not be reflected on the August primary ballot. See this story from The Olympian, daily … Continue reading
