Kymberly Bays

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Social Media Sights and Sounds of California Democratic Convention, on the site Independent Voter Network 7 months, 3 weeks ago

Social media was heavily utilized this weekend at the California Democratic Convention, even Rep. Barbara Lee shouted out to the enthusiastic crowd to Tweet, Facebook, blog, and email to victory this November. […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Finance Clause Cripples Arizona Open Primary Initiative, on the site Arizona 8 months, 2 weeks ago

For an Arizona group looking to transition their state to an open primary system, a current court battle over election law may serve as a speed bump towards a long-term electoral solution.

Superior Court […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Open Primary Appeal Reaches Arizona Supreme Court, on the site Arizona 8 months, 2 weeks ago

Opening briefs are due today in the Arizona Supreme Court appeal case for supporters and opponents of the Open Elections/Open Government initiative. The challenge comes after a Superior Court judge found the […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, BREAKING: AZ Supreme Court Clears Way for Open Primary Initiative, on the site Arizona 8 months, 2 weeks ago

Arizona’s Supreme Court today reversed a previous Superior Court ruling which struck the Open Elections/Open Government Act from November’s general election ballot. The initiative implements open primary […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Arizona Open Primary Initiative Headed Back to Court, on the site Arizona 8 months, 2 weeks ago

Another challenge for the Open Elections/Open Government Act in Arizona arose today, as Maricopa County officials announced a review of petition signatures of voters from the county may not provide the number […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro DNC Speech Excerpts, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 2 weeks ago

The Democratic National Convention Committee released the following excerpts of San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro’s remarks at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina. Mayor Castro was […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Unsolicited Press Advice for President Obama, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 2 weeks ago

There seems to be a large quantity of news and commentary out in the past few days highlighting all the things President Obama must do. This is timed just as the Democratic Party takes center stage this week at […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Secret Service Code Names for Campaign 2012, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 2 weeks ago

GQ is reporting today the Secret Service code names for Paul Ryan and wife Janna Ryan. They join a list of other known Secret Service code names, as “the Service has said in the past that the publication of […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Democratic Party Platform Includes Historic Stance on Gay Marriage, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 2 weeks ago

The Democratic Party unveiled their 2012 platform this week as they host their national convention in North Carolina. Among a host of topics and political concerns, the Democratic Party platform explicitly […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Sounding Off: “Fed Up With the Presidential Campaign?”, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 3 weeks ago

Politico’s The Arena asked current and former policymakers today, “Fed up with the presidential campaign?“. The question is in relation to a recent story at the political network on reporters’ disdain for the […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Memorable Political Convention Moments in History [VIDEO], on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 3 weeks ago

Depending on who you ask, political party conventions are massive infomercials or extremely important events. Though the cost and hoopla surrounding modern conventions may be over-the-top, without a doubt […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Watch Presidential Campaign Ads Throughout History [VIDEO], on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 4 weeks ago

Many political observers have remarked that this election cycle is one of the most toxic in history, contending that campaign vitriol and inaccurate allegations have dominated the national discussion. But how […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, 2012 Republican National Convention Speeches Day 1 [VIDEO], on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 4 weeks ago

Here are full videos of notable speakers delivering 2012 Republican National Convention speeches on the gathering’s first official day of activities. Among those who spoke were Saratoga Springs, Utah Mayor Mia […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Republican National Convention Speeches Live Blog, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 4 weeks ago

Live updates from the first night of convention speeches at the 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, FL.

UPDATE: Enter New Jersey […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, 2012 Republican Platform: Opposing National Popular Vote , on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 4 weeks ago

The 2012 Republican Party platform was formalized today at the Republican National Convention in Tampa, FL. In it, the GOP takes a firm stance against instituting a national popular vote scheme.

From the <a […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, 50 Most Powerful Republicans on Foreign Policy, on the site Pangea 8 months, 4 weeks ago

In honor of the Republican National Convention this week, Foreign Policy magazine has compiled a list of “The 50 most powerful Republicans on foreign policy“.

Where do Condoleeza Rice, Sen. John McCain, […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Chris Matthews vs Reince Priebus Faceoff [VIDEO], on the site IVN Editors' Blog 8 months, 4 weeks ago

Chris Matthews created a stir yesterday after an exchange with Republican National Committee chairman Reince Priebus on MSNBC’s Morning Joe. Watch below for Chris Matthews vs Reince Priebus and let us know […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, ‘Yes on Proposition 37 California Right to Know Campaign’ Launches First Ad , on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months ago

Yes on Proposition 37 California Right to Know Campaign is launching a their first television ad today. The $150,000 campaign will air the 30-second video in major media markets for 10 days, according to a […]

Kymberly Bays commented on the post, Studies Illustrate Rarity Of Voter Fraud, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months ago

It’s interesting to find out more about the RNLA study that’s so frequently quoted…I didn’t realize it is used as both in defense of/against voter ID laws…

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Ricky Gill, CA-09 Candidate, Prepares for RNC Speech, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months ago

The Sac Bee’s Torey Van Oot is on the ground in Tampa at the Republican National Convention, closely following the California delegation. She’s been tweeting out photos of the scene on the convention floor, […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Chart: Public Opinion on Abortion & Rape, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months ago

The Daily Beast’s Andrew Sullivan posted this chart from Discovery Magazine today, breaking down public opinion on abortion in the case of rape.

Razib Khan writes:

The GSS has a handy variable, ABRAPE, which […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Arizona Open Primary Initiative Headed Back to Court, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months ago

Another challenge for the Open Elections/Open Government Act in Arizona arose today, as Maricopa County officials announced a review of petition signatures of voters from the county may not provide the number […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Arizona Open Primary Initiative Headed Back to Court, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months ago

Another challenge for the Open Elections/Open Government Act in Arizona arose today, as Maricopa County officials announced a review of petition signatures of voters from the county may not provide the number […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I) Sounds Off on “Republican Deficit Hawks”, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months ago

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, one of only two independents in the Senate, is known for being outspoken. This reputation is only aided by a prolific presence on social media. His office regularly posts video to […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Examining the Influence of Presidential Conventions, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months ago

With both the Democratic and Republican National Conventions taking place in the coming weeks, it begs the question, is it much ado about nothing? From an independent perspective, the partisan presidential […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Examining the Influence of Presidential Conventions, on the site Election Center 9 months ago

With both the Democratic and Republican National Conventions taking place in the coming weeks, it begs the question, is it much ado about nothing? From an independent perspective, the partisan presidential […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Today’s World News: August 20, 2012, on the site Pangea 9 months, 1 week ago

Today’s world news round-up. An independent breakdown of notable global developments in a news update.

Somalia swears in new parliament- Al Jazeera

The Horn of Africa nation has lacked a stable central […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Two in Three Americans Can’t Name a Supreme Court Justice, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months, 1 week ago

A new national survey by FindLaw.com found an overwhelming majority of Americans fail when asked to name even one Supreme Court Justice. This despite a busy few years of high-profile cases like health care […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Assemblyman Steps Down from GOP Post Over Tax Vote, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months, 1 week ago

Following a tax vote to support the elimination of a corporate tax break, California Republican Assemblyman Brian Nestande has stepped down from his position as Republican caucus chairman in a move largely […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Head of State Spotlight: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia (Again), on the site Pangea 9 months, 1 week ago

Name: Vladimir Putin
Age: 59
Title: President of Russia
Inauguration Date: May 7, 2012
Term Length: Six years per term; up to two consecutive terms
Party: United Russia

The trial and sentencing of an […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, BREAKING: AZ Supreme Court Clears Way for Open Primary Initiative, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months, 1 week ago

Arizona’s Supreme Court today reversed a previous Superior Court ruling which struck the Open Elections/Open Government Act from November’s general election ballot. The initiative implements open primary […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, BREAKING: AZ Supreme Court Clears Way for Open Primary Initiative, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months, 1 week ago

Arizona’s Supreme Court today reversed a previous Superior Court ruling which struck the Open Elections/Open Government Act from November’s general election ballot. The initiative implements open primary […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Bill Bloomfield Aims for Upset Over Partisan Incumbent Henry Waxman, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months, 1 week ago

A wave of anti-incumbency has rocked recent Republican primary elections across the country, but they aren’t the only signs of a possible shake-up on Capitol Hill. In California, the state’s first-ever open […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Bill Bloomfield Aims for Upset Over Partisan Incumbent Henry Waxman, on the site Election Center 9 months, 1 week ago

A wave of anti-incumbency has rocked recent Republican primary elections across the country, but they aren’t the only signs of a possible shake-up on Capitol Hill. In California, the state’s first-ever open […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, NYT Examines “Myth” of Swing Voters, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months, 1 week ago

A New York Times article from yesterday on swing voters, “Few Voter are Truly Up for Grabs, Research Suggests“, is worth the read…even if you disagree.

Writes Rebecca Berg:

In spite of clichés about Nascar […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Running to Win: Independent Q&A with Bill Hillsman, Part 1, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months, 1 week ago

Independents are poised to make an impact on multiple races this fall, on national, state and local levels. Americans identifying as independents are at a 70-year high.

But what comes next?

In a new […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Running to Win: Independent Q&A with Bill Hillsman, Part 2, on the site Election Center 9 months, 1 week ago

The last time a third party candidate realistically challenged the two-party duopoly was in 1992, when Texas billionaire Ross Perot ran against President George H.W. Bush and Democratic candidate Bill […]

Kymberly Bays commented on the post, Unemployment Claims Rise Despite Overall Improvement, on the site The Neutral Zone 9 months, 1 week ago

The job market situation is so frustrating because so many jobs lost are never coming back…they are obsolete or completely relocated. Wish there were better programs for realistically re-training people in new […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, White House Press Corps Unhappy with Obama Press Availability, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months, 1 week ago

Complaints from reporters and media outlets covering the Obama White House have reached the main news cycle, as over two months has gone by without the President formally taking questions from them.

ABC News’ […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Running to Win: Independent Q&A with Bill Hillsman, Part 2, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months, 1 week ago

The last time a third party candidate realistically challenged the two-party duopoly was in 1992, when Texas billionaire Ross Perot ran against President George H.W. Bush and Democratic candidate Bill […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Buddy Roemer’s Next Move: The Reform Project, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months, 1 week ago

When former Louisiana Governor Buddy Roemer withdrew from the 2012 presidential race on May 31, among many things he said:

As I am no longer a candidate for president, I am free to pledge a good portion of […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Q&A with Jacqueline Salit, Author of Independents Rising, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months, 1 week ago

In her new book, Independents Rising, Jacqueline Salit breaks down the successes and failures of over 20 years of the independent political movement. As a 20-year organizer for independent and third party […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, New California Bill Proposes Tracking Ammunition Sales, on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months, 1 week ago

Legislation requiring law enforcement notification of ammunition sales of more than 1,000 rounds was introduced by California state lawmakers on Wednesday.

Assemblywoman Nancy Skinner (D-Berkeley), […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, UPDATE: Rep. Cliff Stearns Concedes Florida Race, on the site IVN Editors' Blog 9 months, 1 week ago

UPDATE: The Associated Press is now reporting Rep. Cliff Stearns has conceded to Ted Yoho in Florida’s 3rd congressional district.

A surprise upset in Florida’s primary election has Republican Congressman Cliff […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Q&A with Jacqueline Salit, Author of Independents Rising, on the site Election Center 9 months, 1 week ago

In her new book, Independents Rising, Jacqueline Salit breaks down the successes and failures of over 20 years of the independent political movement. As a 20-year organizer for independent and third party […]

Kymberly Bays wrote a new post, Another Incumbent Bites the Dust: GOP Rep. Cliff Stearns Loses Primary , on the site Independent Voter Network 9 months, 1 week ago

Republicans were shocked Tuesday night as 12-term incumbent Rep. Cliff Stearns appears to have lost his primary to veterinarian Ted Yoho in Florida’s primary election. With all precincts reporting, Rep. […]

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