On November 8, 2022, one independent was elected to the Massachusetts House; one was elected to the Rhode Island House; two independents were elected to the Maine House; and three independents were elected to the Vermont Hoouse. Massachusetts: Susannah Whipps. … Continue reading
At the November 8, 2022 election, six independents were elected to the Alaska State House. Ironically, however, none of them were helped by Ranked Choice Voting. In all six races, either the independent had no opponent, or had just one … Continue reading
On November 4, the National Republican Senatorial Committee filed a federal lawsuit to overturn the federal campaign law that limits how much money parties can contribute to their nominees. Parties can already contribute an unlimited amount if the money is … Continue reading
On November 29, the Michigan Senate Elections Committee passed SB 1207, which moves the presidential primary from the second Tuesday in March to the second Tuesday in February. Later in the day, the Senate passed the bill, 34-1. The sponsor … Continue reading
On November 29, the Ninth Circuit upheld California’s rules for recalls for state office. The California law says recalls shall simultaneously first ask the voters if they want to recall the officer. Then, on the same ballot, voters are asked … Continue reading
