Author: Glorie Martinez
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Ballotpedia tracks highest midyear recall activity since 2014; Michigan leads with 108 officials targeted
In 2026, Ballotpedia tracked the highest number of officials targeted for recall at midyear since 2014. Between Jan. 1 and June 30, 2026, 205 recall efforts were launched against 329 elected officials across 26 states. Michigan led the nation with 108 officials targeted for recall, accounting for nearly one-third of all officials tracked. This is…
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Ballotpedia publishes analysis of 2025 school board elections
Ballotpedia’s 2025 School Board Election Data Analysis examines candidate participation, election methods, and incumbency outcomes in school board elections across the United States. The report analyzes elections held in 187 school districts across 29 states, representing a total of 4,877,739 students. Ballotpedia tracked 546 school board seats up for election in 2025 and 990 candidates…
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Washington filing deadline passes on May 10
The filing deadline to run for elected office in Washington is on May 10, 2024. In Washington, prospective candidates may file for the following offices: Ballotpedia is also covering local elections in the following areas: The primary is scheduled for August 6, and the general election is scheduled for November 5, 2024. Washington’s statewide filing…