The Mississippi Democratic Party has its state convention on June 7, Saturday. A big topic will be whether to file a new lawsuit to obtain a closed primary. The party’s first case on this subject, filed in 2006, was rejected … Continue reading
The Manhatten Branch of the Libertarian Party of New York is likely to nominate Francis M. Powers, age 47, for the U.S. House seat, 13th district. The 13th district is centered on Staten Island. The incumbent, Republican Vito Fossella, is … Continue reading
Alabama and New Jersey held primaries (for office other than president) on June 3. The turnout in both states was very low. In Alabama, only 14% of the registered voters voted. The New Jersey percentage has not been calculated, but … Continue reading
The Washington Times on June 5 published this story about the Bob Barr campaign. The more interesting details are on page two of the story. The story quotes Barr’s campaign manager, Russ Verney, as saying that the campaign will be … Continue reading
Even though the Florida Democratic Party and the Democratic National Committee have reached an understanding that Florida may have half its delegation strength, one of the lawsuits over this controversy is proceeding. Victor DiMaio filed a notice of appeal to … Continue reading
