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American State Elections articles on Democracy Chronicles

American local elections like county and city government elections are known as the official laboratories of the democracy. State legislatures, governors, judges and many other positions are determined by election depending on state laws. Also see our section on American democracy and our articles on American State Elections.

NJ Small Candidates Being Crushed By Filing Challenges

by DC Editors - April 19, 2021

NJ Small Candidates Being Crushed By Filing Challenges

“Candidate intimidation” is seldom discussed. This is a good time, as New Jersey’s party primary nomination deadline around the corner.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Independent Politicians, Money Politics, Third Party

Several Major Third Party Access Decisions Expected Soon

by DC Editors - April 19, 2021

Several Major Third Party Access Decisions Expected Soon

There are pending ballot access lawsuits in the U.S. District Courts in Illinois and Maine, as well as the Arkansas Court of Appeals.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Third Party

Lawmakers Break Fundraising Records To Kick Off 2022

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

Lawmakers Break Fundraising Records To Kick Off 2022

The 2022 election cycle is already making history, as candidates announce record fundraising just three months into the campaign.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Money Politics

The Blue States That Make It Hardest To Vote

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

The Blue States That Make It Hardest To Vote

Republicans are being chastised for calling for restrictive voting rules. However, states like Biden’s Delaware are also making voting difficult.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Democrats, Voter Access

Arkansas Bill To Vastly Increase Candidate Filing Fees

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

Arkansas Bill To Vastly Increase Candidate Filing Fees

SB 684, a Republican bill in Arkansas, vastly increases candidate filing fees for parties that nominate by primary in the state.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Independent Politicians, Money Politics, Third Party

Official Election Websites Urged To Move To .GOV Domains

by DC Editors - April 17, 2021

Official Election Websites Urged To Move To .GOV Domains

Election security remains top priority in America. In this regard, official election websites have been urged to move to .gov domains.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Election Security, Election Transparency, Internet and Democracy, Voting Technology

Texas GOP Planning A Two-Tier Voter Registration System

by DC Editors - April 17, 2021

Texas GOP Planning A Two-Tier Voter Registration System

Texas Republicans are introducing a two-tiered voter registration scheme to evade prospective federal voting rights protections.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Voter Access, Voter Registration

Online Voter Registration Bill Fails In Arkansas 

by DC Editors - April 17, 2021

Online Voter Registration Bill Fails In Arkansas 

On Thursday, a bill, the House Bill 1517, to establish an online voter registration system in Arkansas failed to pass the state Senate.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Internet and Democracy, Voter Access, Voter Registration

Alaska Could Become First State To Use Blockchain Voting

by DC Editors - April 17, 2021

Alaska Could Become First State To Use Blockchain Voting

Under a new Republican proposal Alaska could be the first state to use blockchain tech statewide in its voting security scheme.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Internet and Democracy, Voting Technology

Competition for Control of the House Underrepresents Voters of Color

by DC Editors - April 16, 2021

Competition for Control of the House Underrepresents Voters of Color

2020 was consistent with trend of declining House competition despite defeat of Democrats by Republican women, candidates of color.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Minority Voting Rights, Voter Access

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NJ Small Candidates Being Crushed By Filing Challenges NJ Small Candidates Being Crushed By Filing Challenges (4/19/2021) - “Candidate intimidation” is seldom discussed. This is a good time, as New Jersey's party primary…
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Arkansas Bill To Vastly Increase Candidate Filing Fees Arkansas Bill To Vastly Increase Candidate Filing Fees (4/18/2021) - SB 684, a Republican bill in Arkansas, vastly increases candidate filing fees for parties that…
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Voting Rights Milestones in America: A Timeline Voting Rights Milestones in America: A Timeline (4/20/2021) - Voting rights have hit several milestones since America's founding days when it was limited to…
US Faith Leaders Join In Decrying Voting Restrictions US Faith Leaders Join In Decrying Voting Restrictions (4/19/2021) - Faith leaders in Georgia, Arizona, and Texas are urging civic and business leaders to oppose…
The Blue States That Make It Hardest To Vote The Blue States That Make It Hardest To Vote (4/18/2021) - Republicans are being chastised for calling for restrictive voting rules. However, states like Biden's Delaware…
Texas GOP Planning A Two-Tier Voter Registration System Texas GOP Planning A Two-Tier Voter Registration System (4/17/2021) - Texas Republicans are introducing a two-tiered voter registration scheme to evade prospective federal voting rights…
Online Voter Registration Bill Fails In Arkansas  Online Voter Registration Bill Fails In Arkansas  (4/17/2021) - On Thursday, a bill, the House Bill 1517, to establish an online voter registration system…
Competition for Control of the House Underrepresents Voters of Color Competition for Control of the House Underrepresents Voters of Color (4/16/2021) - 2020 was consistent with trend of declining House competition despite defeat of Democrats by Republican…