On November 18, the Arizona Green Party sued to overturn an Arizona law that won’t let non-residents circulate petitions to recognize a new or previously unqualified political party. The party also sued over the deadline for such petitions, as applied … Continue reading
On November 19, Faye Coffield filed her rebuttal brief in the 11th circuit in Coffield v Handel, 09-13277. She is challenging the petition required for independent and minor party candidates for the U.S. House in Georgia. That procedure, obtaining 5% … Continue reading
The California Superior Court Judge who has jurisdiction of the lawsuit Institute of Governmental Advocates v Bowen, 34-2009-80000305 (Sacramento County) is expected to issue a tentative ruling on November 19, at 2 p.m. The case concerns whether the California ballot … Continue reading
On November 18, Ohio HB 260 passed the Ohio House of Representatives. This is the omnibus election law bill that contains improvements in ballot access for new and previously unqualified parties. See this story. … Continue reading
The University of Wisconsin has issued this press release, publicizing a study conducted by four political scientists that says when states make it easy for any voter to vote in advance of the election, the net result can be a … Continue reading
