Statehood for the District of Columbia is an important issue that must be resolved by the representatives in the Congress and the Senate who make the territory their home and share it with thousands of people who do not have a voice.
American State Elections articles on Democracy Chronicles
American state elections are known as the 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.
Bankers, Government Pensions and Borrowed Money
Wall Street pushing to renew lending program for government pensions is getting big state support
Will Chris Christie Veto New Round of Election Reforms?
Well regarded package of election reforms could face Chris Christie veto after previous statements
HUGE: Florida Gerrymandering Rejected in Court
Attempt to carve up state for political purposes through Florida gerrymandering blocked in court
Inside the Battle Over Wisconsin Open Records Law
Republicans clash over proposal and withdrawal of efforts to eviscerate Wisconsin Open Records law
Proposing NJ Same Day Voter Registration to Boost Turnout
Chronically low voter turnout rates could be ameliorated with NJ same day voter registration plan
Wisconsin Transparency Laws Won’t Be Curtailed After All
Effort to water down Wisconsin transparency legislation dropped from budget in win for open government
The Newly Legal Path to End Redistricting Abuse
The Supreme Court has legalized new method for citizens to end redistricting by corrupt politicians
36 Year Old Woman is Power Behind Nebraska Throne
As a private citizen Jessica Moenning shines as unusual power behind Nebraska Governor Ricketts
Pension Reform Followed Rhode Island Corporate Lobbying
Watchdog claims reform plans stemmed from unprecedented level of Rhode Island corporate lobbying