Category: Elections
Citizens United: The Corporate Buy-Out of Elections
Citizens United v Federal Election Commission, a landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court decided on January 10, 2010, holding that corporate funding of independent political broadcasts in candidate elections cannot be limited under the First Amendment is having a profound
Notice of General Election Early Voting Schedule
The Humboldt County Clerk’s Office located on the second floor of the Humboldt County Courthouse, 50 W. 5th St, Winnemucca, NV, will be open for the purpose of allowing registered voters in Humboldt County to vote early on the following dates/times: Saturday,
Angle’s Latest Gift
The press is abuzz this morning with Sharron Angle’s latest gift to the race. She had a meeting with Ashjian to try to get him to drop out of the race and clear the way for her … and it seems that
Callous Candidate Sharon Angle Crosses the Line
Sharron Angle has become the target of heavy criticism for her exceedingly callous remarks mocking “autism” coverage in Nevada, but instead of apologizing, she doubled down. At yesterday’s candidate forum in Las Vegas, Angle rushed offstage, blatantly ignoring a woman who asked
Get Ready … Two Important Notes
It appears the Republican Party and Americans for Prosperity are up to their voter suppression tactics again as we lead into the November election. It’s already been spotted in Wisconsin. As voters in a swing state, we need to be on the
Fighting off the Mama Grizzlies
Found this on YouTube. Thought you might enjoy the summary of all the mama grizzlies across the nation.
We Have Some Work To Do
Here are some selective results from yesterday’s primary. Comparing the ‘total’ vote to the Humboldt County vote, we have some work to do: US Senate (GOP) Total H.C. US Senate (DEM) Total H.C. Angle, Sharron 40% 35% Reid, Harry 75% 59% Lowden,
Rory Reid Announces Campaign for Governor
Rory Reid, son of Senator Reid and current Clark County Commissioner, formally announced his intentions to run for Nevada’s Governorship on October 15, 2009. Reid is the first Democrat to announce his intentions of running for Governor. He joins three Republicans vying for
Unofficial List of 2010 Offices Up For Election
STATEWIDE OFFICES TERM INCUMBENT U.S. Senator 6 years Harry Reid Supreme Court Justice, Seat A 6 years Jim Hardesty Supreme Court Justice, Seat E 6 years Ron Parraguirre Governor 4 years Jim Gibbons Lt. Governor 4 years Brian Krolicki Secretary of State