As televised impeachment hearings approach, The Hill revisits five instances where past congressional hearings delivered major drama.
Independent Politicians articles on Democracy Chronicles
Independent politicians are not connected to a political party. Washington was the only American president elected as an independent, being not formally affiliated with any party. Also see Third Party Central.
70-Year-Old Ballot Order Law Challenged Anew In Florida
Democrats are challenging a law that requires candidates belonging to the party of the current governor to be listed first on the ballot.
Governor Signs Bill Abolishing Pennsylvania Straight-Ticket Voting
On June 28, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf signed SB 48, a budget bill that includes a provision abolishing the straight-ticket device.
Candidate Sues Cherokee Nation in Federal Court to Get on Tribal Ballot
Rhonda Brown Fleming sued the Cherokee Nation in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C., over whether she should be allowed on the ballot for the June 1.
Bill Proposes Raising Petition Barrier For Iowa Third Parties
Ballot access laws are the main barrier to many potential candidates and Ohio is seeking to make the process more cumbersome.
NY Election Law Should Encourage, Not Inhibit Candidates
The problem with elections in New York is not that we have too many people seeking elective office — as evidenced in the lack of competing candidates.
Republican Introduces Federal Bill to Ensure Fair Ballot Access
On March 12, Congress member Justin Amash (R-Michigan) introduced HR 1681, to outlaw discriminatory ballot access laws for congressional candidates.
558 Individuals Have Filed Declaration of Candidacy for President in 2020
Federal Election Commission says 558 individuals have filed Declaration of Candidacy for President in 2020, Ballot Access News reported.
Thoughts on Government
There are three flaws in our government: the way we maintain our laws, the way we tax, and the way we select our representatives. Until we improve, we cannot sunset bad laws or improve the way we tax.
Perennial US Presidential Candidate Lyndon LaRouche Dies at 96
Lyndon LaRouche, a fringe political figure who fueled his eight presidential campaigns died Tuesday at the age of 96, his political organization said.