Primaries

Elon Musk’s Lawyer Exits Texas AG Race Amid Family Health Crisis, Shifting Political Landscape Ahead of 2026 Primaries

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El Paso, Texas — John Bash, a prominent attorney and Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General, withdrew from the race on Wednesday, citing health concerns within his family. Bash, who represented high-profile clients including Elon Musk and actor Alec Baldwin, announced his decision after a recent family health scare that prompted him to reassess his priorities. In a statement, Bash expressed his belief in his qualifications for the position but emphasized that the well-being of his family must come first at this moment. “The timing isn’t right for our young family,” he stated, underlining his … Read more

New Hampshire Residents Head to Polls for Key Primaries, Shaping Future of State Governance

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Nashua, N.H. — In the latest New Hampshire primary elections held on September 10, citizens showed up early to cast their votes for who will be the next governor, U.S. House representatives, and state Legislature members. The small, yet influential state plays a critical role in the political landscape of the United States, particularly noted for its first-in-the-nation primary status which often sets the tone for nationwide campaign trails. At polling stations like the one in Nashua, voters were seen entering booths, marking their choices with a sense of duty and expectation. The participation not … Read more

D.C. Superior Court Judge Clears Path for Ranked-Choice Voting and Independent Participation in Primaries Despite Lawsuit

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A recent ruling by a D.C. Superior Court judge has given a significant boost to the campaign advocating for ranked-choice voting and open primaries in Washington, D.C. The judge dismissed a lawsuit that sought to block the ballot initiative, clearing the way for its progress. Initiative 83, as it has become known, aims to extend the right to participate in party primaries to independent voters and introduce ranked-choice voting to the city. Under the initiative, the more than 73,000 unaffiliated voters in D.C. would be able to take part in primary elections … Read more

Georgia’s Poor People’s Campaign Mobilizes for Last Weekend of Early Voting in 2024 Presidential Primaries

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Atlanta, Georgia residents are urged to make their voices heard as the window for early voting in the 2024 presidential primaries rapidly closes. A concerted effort is underway to encourage voters to head to the polls during the final weekend of early voting. The Georgia Poor People’s Campaign has taken the lead in this initiative, rallying together lower-wage workers, faith leaders, and activists who are calling on lawmakers to prioritize policies aimed at improving the lives of those with low incomes. This campaign, known as “40 Weeks of Action,” seeks to mobilize voters ahead of … Read more