Bill creating ‘level playing field’ for write-in candidates passes Maine legislature
From Ballot Access News:On May 26, Maine LD 1169 passed the legislature. Among other things, it includes these provisions to improve conditions for write-in candidates:... Read more.
Ralph Nader voices support for national ballot initiatives
Evan Ravitz, an advocate for direct democracy, recently posted a video of Ralph Nader endorsing the idea of national ballot initiatives in the United States. …... Read more.
Green Party results from local elections on 5/19
Yesterday there were local elections in many towns across the United States. Thanks to Green Party employee Brent McMillan and Green Party Watch, we have the results... Read more.
Young people and the Green Party
David Schwab sent this story (to [email protected] ) from Northwestern University’s Meddill Reports:
“I think the largest barrier for young people getting... Read more.
Modern Whig Party announces its first candidate for Congress
In a recent national online meeting, the Modern Whig Party announced its first candidate for Congress. He is Paul McKain, and he is running Florida. …... Read more.
Jesse Ventura in the media
Former independent governor of Minnesota Jesse Ventura has been causing a stir in the media lately. He has been on the View, FOX and Friends, and Sean Hannity’s... Read more.
Active Green leads action to disbar Bush officials
Two groups called the Velvet Revolution and Voters for Peace have taken action to have twelve Bush administration officials disbarred, or lose the ability to legally... Read more.
Green candidate George Gluck on the ballot in Montgomery County, Maryland
In District 4 of Montgomery County, Maryland there will be a special election on Tuesday, May 19 to elect a county council member. George Gluck is the Green candidate... Read more.
Mike Gravel interviewed in South Korea on “Let’s Talk Pusan”
Former Democratic Senator and Libertarian presidential candidate Mike Gravel is on a trip to South Korea, trying to bring about a national ballot initiative system... Read more.
Interview with Richard Carroll, former Green, currently Democratic, state representative
At 11 AM Eastern time, I will be interviewing Richard Carroll, the highest ranking elected Green in the nation until last week, when he switched his party affiliation. …... Read more.