The April 8 Olympian (daily newspaper for Washington state’s capital city) has this story about the probable effect of the “top-two” primary on minor parties. The story also covers plans by the Democratic Party to hold endorsement conventions. But, as … Continue reading
Richard Winger
On April 8, California held a special election to fill the vacant U.S. House seat, 12th district. California uses blanket primaries in special elections. The two Democrats combined got 83.20%. The two Republicans combined got 14.44%. The Green got 2.36%. … Continue reading
On April 8, the Missouri Constitution Party submitted its petition for ballot status. The law requires 10,000 valid signatures. The party actually finished this petition months ago. However, a badly drafted law requires the party to have chosen its candidates … Continue reading
This article in Arkansas’ largest daily newspaper, published April 8, tracks the progress of the Green Party attempt to recruit a full slate of congressional candidates. … Continue reading
The Arizona Green Party petition has now been checked by the various county elections officials, and the county totals reveal that the party has more than enough valid signatures. The news won’t be official until the Secretary of State adds … Continue reading