On September 20, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer denied the request by U.S. Senator Roland Burris to alter the special election for U.S. Senate in Illinois. The U.S. District Court Judge had earlier ruled that the special election ballot … Continue reading
On September 20, Herb Lux, an independent candidate for U.S. House in Virginia, asked the U.S. Supreme Court to order the Virginia State Board of Elections to check his petition for validity. The Board has refused to do so, saying … Continue reading
Even though Rick Lazio lost the New York Republican primary for Governor, he is inclined to continue his candidacy as the Conservative Party nominee, according to this story. A formal announcement is expected within 24 hours. The last time the … Continue reading
Two lawsuits challenging the constitutionality of North Carolina laws for independent candidates are being appealed. A notice of appeal to the 4th circuit has been filed in Greene v Bartlett. This is the case over the procedures for independent candidates … Continue reading
The Socialist Party is on the ballot for U.S. Senate in Ohio this year. Its nominee is Dan La Botz. On September 20, La Botz filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission against the eight newspapers who are sponsoring … Continue reading
