Mississippi is the only state in the nation where a candidate could garner a majority vote and not win the statewide office he or she was pursuing.
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Libertarian Party Battling Onerous Georgia Ballot Access Laws
Briefs on both sides filed in Georgia Libertarian Party ballot access case that challenges requirements for parties that did’t get 20% of president vote.
One State Could Reshape Campaign Finance And Ethics Reforms
In the 2020 election, South Carolina will, once again, be the place that narrows the field from survivors who carry on from Iowa and New Hampshire.
Will The Supreme Court Throw A Wrench Into Virginia Politics Soon?
Supreme Court could throw a wrench into Virginia politics with decision expected this month. The State is holding primaries Tuesday.
Official Tells Florida Democrats to Expect 2020 Vote Recount
The new voter protection director for Florida Democrats told party activists that they should expect a recount during next year’s presidential election.
Governor Signs Bill Making Florida Ballot Initiatives Tougher
On June 7, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 5, the bill that makes it more difficult for statewide initiatives to get on the ballot.
New York State Senate to Propose Automatic Voter Registration
New York State Democrats continue to make dramatic reforms to state law following their successful election in 2018. Today, they’re focusing their attention on a new issue: automatic voter registration.
Authorities to Finally Check for 2016 North Carolina Vote Hack
Federal authorities will conduct a forensic analysis of electronic poll books for evidence of tampering by Russian military hackers.
Anti-Gerrymandering Group Targets Massachusetts Reforms
In Massachusetts, Take Back Our Republic first wants to register people to vote and hear what they think about gerrymandering.
Pennsylvania Voting Reform Proposals Swirling At State Capitol
Lawmakers are looking for ways to address poor voter turnout and concerns that too many voters feel like their votes don’t matter.