In 2005, the Oregon legislature passed a law making it illegal for a voter to both vote in the primary, and sign for an independent candidate. An Oregon voter, Greg Wasson, then filed a federal lawsuit against the new restriction. … Continue reading
On March 3, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Capterton v Massey, the interesting case over whether the U.S. Constitution protects people who are in court, and their opponents have contributed very large amounts of money to the … Continue reading
Texas Representative Leo Berman (R-Tyler) has introduced HB 1892, to provide that all qualified parties nominate by primary, rather than convention. The bill is surprisingly short and devoid of details. It appears that any party that had filed an intent … Continue reading
On February 27, the Vermont Senate passed S34 by a vote of 15-10. This is the National Popular Vote Plan bill. The bill has now passed in three legislative chambers this year, one chamber each in Vermont, Arkansas, and New … Continue reading
On March 3, Burlington, Vermont held a mayoral election. The candidate were Progressive Bob Kiss (the incumbent), Republican Kurt Wright, Democratic Andy Montroll, independent Dan Smith, and Green Party nominee James Simpson. Kiss was re-elected. The election had been considered … Continue reading
