The Albuquerque Journal has this story about candidates who ran for New Mexico Public Regulation Commission, and who received and spent public funds for their campaign, even though they were unopposed in the election. … Continue reading
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As of December 9, all briefs have been filed in the Sixth Circuit in Erard v Michigan Secretary of State, 14-1873. The Socialist Party challenges Michigan ballot access laws for new parties, arguing that the state discriminates against newly-qualifying parties, … Continue reading
The Peach Pundit has this story about Georgia’s very restrictive ballot access laws, and says there is some reason to believe a bill will be introduced in 2015 to make them somewhat less onerous. … Continue reading
The Arizona Green Party recently submitted its petition to be recognized again as a qualified party. Election officials are now checking the signatures. … Continue reading
On December 13, the U.S. Senate passed the bill that increases the amount of contributions individuals may give to national committees of political parties. See this story. The bill now goes to President Obama, who has already said he will … Continue reading