On May 23, the Maine Supreme Court ruled that Ralph Nader is not entitled to a trial over the Democratic Party’s behavior in 2004. Nader had sought damages from the Democratic Party and its allies, charging that the many challenges … Continue reading
On May 21, the city of Page, Arizona, held a non-partisan run-off election for City Council. Levi Tappan, a registered Libertarian, was elected to one of the three at-large seats. He placed first. See this story, which does not mention … Continue reading
Current New York law provides that if no one receives at least 40% of the vote for a New York city mayoral primary, a run-off primary is held. According to this story, the entrance of former Congressman Anthony Weiner into … Continue reading
On May 22, the Oregon Senate Rules Committee passed SB 146, an omnibus election law bill. It now provides that parties that meet the vote test remain ballot-qualified for two elections, not just one election. Thanks to Blair Bobier for … Continue reading
On May 15, the Illinois legislature passed HB 226. It says that 17-year-olds can register to vote in advance of any primary, if they will be age 18 by the time of the general election. Because the Illinois primary, for … Continue reading
