In the 19th century, the State of Michigan passed a law making it a crime to expose a marked ballot. A violator would face a 90 day jail sentence and the ballot
Category: Elections
Pennsylvania GOP Files Lawsuit Against “Poll Watcher” Residency Restrictions
The Republican Party of Pennsylvania (PA GOP) and eight voters filed a federal lawsuit [PDF] to overturn a state law restricting citizens to “poll watching” in their own county of residence. Based
The Right to Abortion May Well Be Decided by the 2016 Presidential Election
The Supreme Court finally received some coverage in the third presidential debate. With the Supreme Court split in a 4-4 partisan configuration, many important issues will be determined by the 2016 election.
“Oh No, That Sucks.” Donald Trump Supporter Mentions WikiLeaks, CNN Feed Goes Down
So far, nobody is claiming that Ecuador did it, but something happened. As Chris Cuomo interviews Republican representative Chris Collins, the Congressman begins speaking. The question is, “What do you think Donald
2016 Election: Everyone is Screaming Fraud Except the Establishment
“The elections are rigged,” says presidential candidate Donald Trump. “Stop whining,” retorts Barack Obama to Donald Trump — because elections are fair and trustworthy. I have never seen in my lifetime or
To Build the Political Revolution, Grassroots Group Endorses 22 “People’s Candidates”
Offering hope to those who feel “dispirited” by the presidential contest, the grassroots political organization People’s Action on Tuesday released its list of
Written by Deirdre Fulton, staff writer at original source Common Dreams.
Press Release: “Donald J. Trump’s Five-Point Plan For Ethics Reform”
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has released a plan for “ethics reform.” Donald Trump would like to “drain the swamp” of “corruption.” The five-point plan covers one key issue: lobbying. Here is
2016 Senate Races: Catherine Cortez Masto Versus Joe Heck in Nevada
Democratic Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid is retiring, leaving an open Senate seat in Nevada. The new candidates are Democrat Catherine Cortez Masto and Republican Joe Heck. The two candidates appeared in
2008 Flashback: Barack Obama Never Would Be the Savior Some Expected
As we prepare for Election Day 2016, flashback to just before Election 2008. Look at eight lost election stories from 2008 to see what should have been expected. In the final days
Court Extends Florida Voter Registration Deadline After Hurricane, Updated
A federal judge in Florida extended the deadline for residents to register to vote in the 2016 election though today at 5 PM. The extension came as an emergency measure after Hurricane