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An Alaska state trial court is trying to determine who won Alaska’s Democratic primary in the 40th state house district. See this story, which says that a decision on the proper winner is not expected until October 7. … Continue reading
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On September 18, Russia held a parliamentary election. Fifteen parties were on the ballot, and four of them won seats. One of the foreign election observers was Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill. See this story about his observations on … Continue reading
The September 29 Detroit News has this endorsement of Gary Johnson for President. The Detroit News is one of the two daily newspapers in Detroit. Also, the print New York Times of September 28 has an op-ed by Gary Johnson. … Continue reading
The Peoria Journal-Star in this editorial deplores the Illinois ballot access law that kept independent David Gill off the ballot for U.S. House, 13th district. It expresses disappointment that Justice Elena Kagan refused to help him get on the ballot. … Continue reading
On September 26, the Constitution, Green, and Libertarian Parties filed their brief in the Third Circuit, arguing that a county distribution requirement for statewide petitions is unconstitutional. Constitution Party of Pennsylvania v Cortes, 16-3266. … Continue reading