Jesse Jackson Jr’s vacant seat has been filled by corruption allegations that forced his removal
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Gerrymandering in California; Redistricting Changes Elections
Gerrymandering in California continues to do damage as result elections distort voter intentions
Will Puerto Rico Be 51st American State?
Puerto Rico held vote that supported pushing for island to permanently join as 51st American State
Michigan Considering Dramatic Changes to Ballot Initiatives
Changes to Ballot Initiatives: Ballot initiatives are unique form of direct democracy that spread recently
Gary Johnson New York Support Hints at Libertarian Revival
Libertarian Party support has grown in the wake of the financial crisis, as Gary Johnson New York popularity has soared
Election Day Was Chaotic For Problem Child Florida
Historically unorganized Florida keeps its name with worst elections in country
Independent Candidates Make Historic Showing in State Legislature
Independent Candidates Make Historic Showing: Many independent voices have taken advantage of mistrust in government
Historic Success For Latino Candidates in State Legislatures
Growth in Latino candidates in State Legislatures reflected by changes in government including boosted representation
Voting Machine Glitches in Swing States Cause Concern
Voting machine glitch cause worry for democracy reform community ahead of use in actual vote
New Jersey Votes in Storm Induced Obstacle Course
Political elections are being tested by far ranging damage as New Jersey votes in storm Sandy