Is there any way for minority parties to compete in lopsided states? This year, there appears to be a demand for alternatives.
Third Party archive on Democracy Chronicles
The third party archive is about seeking to end America's two-party system. Libertarian, Green and independent candidates will be highlighted. Also see our entire section on third parties called Third Party Central where you can find information on every small party in the country.
Oregon Bill Easing Definition Of A Qualified Party Passes
SB 1527 was passed by the Oregon legislature on March 3rd. It simplifies the definition of a qualified party, among other things.
A Look At The Different Tennessee Ballot Access Proposals
HB 2067 was set for a House floor vote on March 14, but not addressed during that session, thus it will be addressed in the next session.
The Internal Fragmentation of Both Political Parties
The United States right now has four political parties stuffed into a two-party system – and that’s increasingly a big problem for the country.
Arizona Bill To Ease Candidate Ballot Access
Arizona’s HB 2640 introduced January 27 cuts the number of signatures in half for candidates seeking a place on a primary ballot.
Common Sense Party Fails To Qualify In California
On February 9, the California Secretary of State released new registration data. It shows that the Common Sense Party has 30,882 registrants.
Our Political Parties Are Ending Any Competition Against Them
The two major political parties in the United States, the Democratic and Republican parties, may be prohibiting any type of competition.
Five Best Books on American Political Parties
Michael Kazin, author of ‘What It Took to Win: A History of the Democratic Party,’ makes a selection on books on American Political Parties.
Third Parties Excluded From Elections In Georgia
Wednesday, a federal appeals court restored Georgia’s stringent standards for third-party candidates seeking to appear on the ballot.
Georgia Ballot Access Oral Argument Goes Very Badly
The oral argument in the case over Georgia’s 5% petition for independent candidates for U.S. House has been heard but went badly.