Six Vermont Progressives were elected to the Vermont legislature, and Rick Jore of the Constitution Party was elected in Montana. This is the first time the Constitution Party has ever elected a state legislator. The Green Party’s legislator in Maine, … Continue reading
Contrary to the posting made last night, complete returns show that the Nevada Green Party has regained its qualified status, which had been lost in 2004. The party polled 1.2% for Governor, meeting the 1% vote test. … Continue reading
At least two races for Secretary of State involved a contest between a major party nominee who supports alternative voting systems, versus one who doesn’t. In California, Democrat Debra Bowen ousted Republican Secretary of State Bruce McPherson, which is gain … Continue reading
All four ballot measures to institute alternative voting systems passed on November 7. Oakland, California, passed IRV for city office by 68%. Minneapolis passed IRV for city office by 65%. Two more advanced forms seem to have passed narrowly. In … Continue reading
The Massachusetts initiative to allow two parties to jointly nominate the same candidate was defeated, 35% to 65%. However, the Working Families Party easily polled enough votes to become a qualified party in Massachusetts, for the first time. … Continue reading
