As the 2018 midterm elections draw nearer, searches for the keyword “midterms” have spiked. This DC article addresses some of their many questions.
American Local Elections articles on Democracy Chronicles
American local elections like county and city government elections are true laboratories of democracy. A surprising number of the laws that manage American elections are decided locally. So get involved wherever you are to build a better democracy. Also see our section on American democracy and our articles on American State Elections.
Cyclist Who Flipped Off Trump Motorcade Runs For Office
The cyclist who flashed her middle finger at President Donald Trump’s motorcade says she’ll file paperwork to run for office in northern Virginia.
It’s Official – Approval Voting Will Be On the Ballot in Fargo!
Fargo be the first US city to use approval voting and let voters choose all the candidates they want on their ballot. A local grassroots organization, Reform Fargo, has received official approval after submitting signatures.
Local Kentucky Election Dispute Over Signatures Has Partisan Tinge
Republican and Democratic backed candidates in Kentucky are battling over signature requirements in local elections and the candidate backed by the Democrats could get knocked off the ballot.
My Podcast Conversation About Power, Voting and Identity Politics
This podcast, part of the podcast series Bridging Our Divide, gave me a chance to talk about power, voting, identity politics and my experience in Philadelphia. Let me know what you think!
VIDEO: Improving New York City’s Campaign Finance Program
The NYC Campaign Finance Board hosted a panel discussion at NY Law School with elected officials looking into how we improve the campaign finance.
California City to Use Unusual Cumulative Voting System
Municipal elections in the city of Mission Viejo will use a cumulative voting system in an effort to better represent the area’s minority voters.
VIDEO: How Election Officials Can Manage Ranked Choice Voting
A nationwide battle to push for use of ranked choice voting is underway and the first shots have already been let loose
80,000 Hours Podcast: Join the Voting Method Revolution
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Robert Wiblin of 80,000 Hours to talk about The Center for Election Science and voting methods. Like many 80,000 Hours interviews—which is a great podcast to listen to in general—this interview was long and detailed.
Were Nonpartisan Elections Behind Florida Libertarian’s Local Win?
The win demonstrates the potential benefits of nonpartisan elections for independents and third party candidates