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Does Alaska Have the Solutions to Congress' Governing Problem?
The US House has been absent a speaker for 22 days. The House GOP caucus has selected its fourth nominee for the position, but it's possible the chamber could set a new record for the number of days i...
PODCAST: Debunking the Myths About US-Mexico Cooperation with Asm David Alvarez
The significance of the San Diego Tijuana Binational region cannot be overstated. It is an honor to represent and share with others the importance, diversity, and economic ties between Mexico and California. -Assemblymember David Alvarez
Over 80 Indie Leaders Sign Letter Thanking Chuck Todd for Spotlighting Independent Movement
We received your announcement that you will be stepping down as moderator of NBC’s “Meet The Press” with mixed reaction. Of course, we are happy that you are on to your next chapter and wish you all the best.
Is New Mexico Ready to End Closed Primaries?
New Mexico elections have long been plagued by a lack of competition and unequal treatment of voters who choose not to affiliate with a political party. Yet, according to New Mexico Open Elections, th...
From Coast-to-Coast: The Legal Battles Against Partisan-Driven Voter Suppression
The New York Libertarian (LPNY) and Green Parties (GPNY) have petitioned the US Supreme Court to hear their case challenging state election rules designed by the major parties to knock third part...
Open Primary Reform Breaks Through in New Mexico Legislature
In a historic move, the New Mexico Senate has just passed a semi-open primary elections bill, which allows registered independents and minor party affiliates to participate in primary elections without having to change their voter registration.
New Mexico Bill: Either Independents Vote in Primaries or The Parties Can Pay for Them
Update: A Senate bill to implement semi-open primaries passed the Senate in a bipartisan vote on Monday, February 20. Senate Bill 73 would allow unaffiliated voters to choose between a party ball...
Party Control over Election Certification Risks Future of Elections
Partisan machinations have increasingly shaken the faith in the integrity of the election process. Election deniers were just the start, but things have escalated to the point where some election administrators – loyal to their party – have refused to certify election results for political reasons.
Politicians Certifying Election Results Is Risky And Unnecessary
Editor's note: This op-ed originally published on The Fulcrum and has been republished on IVN with permission from the publisher. Johnson is executive director of the Election Reformers Network.I...
Independent WA Candidate Says Parties Shouldn't Referee Their Own Elections
Increasing polarization is raising concerns over the integrity of elections. Voters find themselves election after election faced with the question: Should elected officials loyal to their party call ...