Democrats are challenging a law that requires candidates belonging to the party of the current governor to be listed first on the ballot.
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Big Court Win For Innovative Seattle Democracy Voucher Program
Huge win for reform advocates a the Washington Supreme Court unanimously confirmed the constitutionality of Seattle’s innovative public financing program.
Political Struggle Over Controversial North Carolina Voter ID Amendment
Starting in 2020 North Carolina voters will have to show identification when voting. Voters approved the amendment in November.
Judge Allows Outside Inspection Of Georgia Voting System
Insides Georgia’s voting system will be cracked open for inspection as part of a lawsuit alleging that the state’s elections are vulnerable to inaccuracies.
Cautious Optimism For NY Public Campaign Financing Commission
As New Yorkers geared up for the holiday weekend last week, state government leaders announced appointments to a new commission.
Iowa, Nevada To Launch Caucus Voting By Phone For 2020
Democrats in the early presidential contest states of Iowa and Nevada will be able to cast their votes over the telephone instead of showing up.
Georgia Election Hacking Case Takes Another Bizarre Turn
A new email obtained by The Associated Press says state officials never did issue key subpoena, even though the judge had ordered it.
Major Advance In Voting Rights For Nevada’s Ex-Prisoners
Like many other formerly incarcerated people, Jovan Jackson could only sit and watch as politicians campaigned on hazardous policies that affected him.
Florida Voting Rights Group Raising Money To Pay Felons’ Fees
Advocates who successfully campaigned for a referendum restoring voting rights to Florida’s felons have launched a fund to help pay outstanding fees.
The Gerrymandering Antidote: the Fair Representation Act
The Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that federal courts have no constitutional role to play in preventing partisan gerrymandering.