Category: Newsletters

  • 322 election-related bills introduced in state legislatures last week

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    Welcome to the Wednesday, February 8, Brew.  Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: 322 election-related bills introduced in state legislatures Comparing presidential Article III federal judicial nominations since 2001 Biden gives State of the Union address, Arkansas Gov. Sanders gives Republican response 322 election-related bills introduced in state legislatures  Election…

  • House Republicans ramp up ESG opposition

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    Economy and Society is Ballotpedia’s weekly review of the developments in corporate activism; corporate political engagement; and the Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) trends and events that characterize the growing intersection between business and politics. Have a minute and an opinion? Take our 2023 reader survey! ESG Developments This Week In Washington, D.C. House…

  • Robe & Gavel: Federal Judicial Vacancy Count released for February

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    Welcome to the February 7 edition of Robe & Gavel, Ballotpedia’s newsletter about the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) and other judicial happenings around the U.S. Federal judicial vacancy counts are in, dear readers. We have a lot to catch up on, so grab a nice cup of coffee, and let’s gavel in!…

  • 103 state legislative races were decided by fewer than 100 votes last year

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    Welcome to the Tuesday, February 7, Brew.  By: Douglas Kronaizl Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: 103 state legislative elections decided by 100 votes or fewer in 2022 Florida marijuana legalization amendment raised $20 million with eye on 2024 ballot Final reports show Democratic party committees outraised Republican committees in…

  • 6,087 candidates responded to Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey last year

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    Welcome to the Monday, February 6, Brew.  Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: 6,087 candidates responded to Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey last year An update on elected officials banned from major online platforms Voters in Burlington, Vermont, to decide on ballot measures related to policing, ranked-choice voting, noncitizen voting, and…

  • Weekly Brew: February 3, 2023

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    Each week, we bring you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condensed. Here are the top stories from the week of January 30- February 3. How 2024’s presidential election timeline compares to 2020 and 2016 If history is any indication, the bulk of 2024 presidential candidate announcements will likely occur…

  • Introducing The Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia’s Weekly Digest on Election Administration

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    Welcome to The Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia’s Weekly Digest on Election Administration. This is the first edition of a new and expanded version of this newsletter, now including both recent news related to election policy and in-depth data from our Election Administration Legislation Tracker. Every Friday, we’ll deliver the latest updates on election policy around the…

  • How 2024’s presidential election timeline compares to 2020 and 2016

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    Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: How 2024’s presidential election timeline compares to 2020 and 2016 President Joe Biden ends January with a 43% approval rating, unchanged from last month #FridayTrivia: How many governors have delivered State of the State addresses so far? Have a minute and an opinion? Take…

  • The latest from the Wisconsin Supreme Court election

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    Welcome to the Thursday, February 2, Brew.  Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: Wisconsin Supreme Court primary is less than three weeks away An update on the partisan composition of state legislature seats around the country Listen to our interview with Richard Wininger for On the Ballot, our weekly podcast…

  • Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #47

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    Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving school board politics and governance. In today’s edition, you’ll find: On the issues:  The debate over Florida’s decision to ban an AP African American studies course School board filing deadlines, election results, and recall certifications 240 school districts have boards…