As of June 26, all briefs have been filed in the Tenth Circuit in Riddle v Hickenlooper, 13-1108. The issue is a Colorado law that lets individuals give $400 to legislative candidates who were nominated in a primary, but only … Continue reading
On June 21, Alaska filed its brief in the Ninth Circuit in Raymond v Fenumiai, 13-35090. The case challenges Alaska’s ban on out-of-state circulators for initiatives. Alaska’s brief confines itself to arguing that the plaintiff, Robert Raymond, lacks standing and … Continue reading
Mike Duggan, who had been a leading contender for Detroit Mayor in the August non-partisan primary election until he was removed from the ballot on a technicality, may launch a write-in campaign. See this story. Thanks to Thomas Jones for … Continue reading
Politico has this article by Paul Blumenthal, showing how the U.S. Supreme Court opinion striking down the Defense of Marriage Act will alter some campaign finance laws. … Continue reading
On June 26, the Virginia State Board of Elections determined that Rob Sarvis, the Libertarian nominee for Governor, has enough valid signatures on his petition and will be on the ballot. UPDATE: The announcement resulted in publicity; see this story. … Continue reading
