Reason: Who Did Those Libertarians “Spoil” Their Senate Races For?
From Brian Doherty at Reason:
It isn’t common for Democrats to accuse Libertarians of “spoiling” elections for them, but a look at NBC News exit... Read more.
Free & Equal to Host Voting Methods & Election Integrity Symposium
From a Free & Equal Elections Foundation email blast:
Dear Free and Equal Supporter,
The Voting Methods & Election Integrity Symposium will take place at... Read more.
Party for Socialism and Liberation: Behind the Election Results
From Walter Smolarek in Liberation News, the official newspaper of the PSL:
The Republicans have taken control of the Senate with a resounding victory over the Democrats... Read more.
Independents Orman & Pressler Fall Short in U.S. Senate Bids
Two independent candidates polled double digits, yet failed to win their respective races for U.S. Senate. In Kansas, Democrat-turned-independent Greg Orman was... Read more.
Independent Wins Upset Victory to Rhode Island State Assembly
From Austin Cassidy at Uncovered Politics:
Blake Filippi, a progressive attorney and independent candidate for Rhode Island state assembly, has won a monumental... Read more.
Several Single-State Parties Score High Vote Totals, Minnesota IP Loses Party Status
This report outlines some strong (and not-so-strong) performances turned in by political parties that are currently active in only one state:
In Hawaii, Hawaii Independent... Read more.
Independent American Party Retains Ballot Status in NM & UT, Loses in AZ
The Independent American Party is now ballot-qualified in at least two states following Tuesday’s election, one by simply not running a candidate (due to the... Read more.
Green Party Gains Party Status in MA, NY, OH, and WI
As returns are being counted, it has become clear that the Green Party of the United States as gained or retained qualified ballot status in at least 4 states.…... Read more.
Libertarians Win Elections, Retain Ballot Access in Several States
While votes are still being counted in many states, the LP has already gained ballot access, and some elected officials, in some states. Below is a sample, provided... Read more.
Gary Johnson to Run for President Again in 2016
From Sam Rolley at Personal Liberty Digest:
Popular former New Mexico Governor and 2012 Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson has announced that he plans... Read more.