On August 8, Ohio voters vote on Issue One, which would make it more difficult to get a statewide initiative on the ballot, and also makes it more difficult to pass. Ohio Secretary of State is actively touring the state, speaking out in favor of the measure. He identifies himself as Ohio’s Secretary of State in his efforts.

On July 31, the Ohio Libertarian Party filed a complaint with the federal agency that enforces the Hatch Act. The Hatch Act applies not only to federal employees, but to state employees who administer federal funds. The Hatch Act bars such individuals from supporting candidates and also from trying to influence the outcome of any election, including ballot measures.

Here is the complaint.

Richard Winger was recently interviewed by John Fund, whose article was published on Sunday, July 30, at nationalreview.com, in which Richard is quoted. The article predicts that a minor party presidential candidate will not win the 2024 US Presidential election, but that several different such presidential candidates could affect who wins the election.

The Austin American-Statesman, daily newspaper for Austin, Texas, has this story about the decision of the state to appeal the June 26 decision of a U.S. District Court that mandated permitting electronic signatures on petitions for minor parties and independent candidates. Thanks to Ken Bush for the link.