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politics25 days ago•7 min saved

New Jersey’s 11th District primary tests the staying power of Democratic machine politics

New Jersey’s 11th District faces a high-stakes Democratic primary to select Mikie Sherrill’s successor, with county party machines divided over endorsements, a post-line ballot that weakens traditional “line” power, and outside spending shaping a crowded field that includes Brendan Gill, Tom Malinowski and Analilia Mejia across Essex, Morris and Passaic Counties. The outcome will reveal how much organizing muscle remains in the post-ballot-line era. The article also notes Republicans pressing Bill and Hillary Clinton to testify about Epstein, highlighting evolving Congress subpoenas and partisan dynamics.

via NBC News|

#ballot-design #democrats #elections

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"NJ Judge's Ruling Shakes Up Ballot Design for Democratic Primary Only"

A federal judge's ruling to change New Jersey's unique ballot design will only apply to the Democratic primary, specifically the race to replace Senator Robert Menendez, while the Republican ballot can remain the same for now. This decision is part of a legal battle to shift the balance of electoral power away from party-backed candidates and open the door for newcomers in both parties, potentially upending New Jersey politics if it stands.

via The New York Times|

#ballot-design #democratic-party #lawsuit

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Federal Judge Overturns New Jersey's Unique Ballot Design, Potentially Upending State's Political Landscape

A federal judge has ruled that New Jersey must change its primary ballot design, which favored party-backed candidates, following a lawsuit by Democratic Representative Andy Kim and two congressional candidates. The current ballot design, used in 19 of the state's 21 counties, placed endorsed candidates in a prominent column, giving them an advantage. The judge ordered a new ballot design organized by office sought, with a randomized system to give each candidate an equal chance. This decision could significantly impact the state's political system and has been hailed as a victory for fairer, more democratic politics in New Jersey.

via Reuters.com|

#ballot-design #democratic-party #federal-judge

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Federal Judge Rules Against New Jersey's Ballot Design, Victory for Andy Kim

A federal judge granted New Jersey Democratic Rep. Andy Kim's request for a new ballot design, ruling in favor of an "office-block" style over the state's "county line" system, which grouped candidates endorsed by county parties together. The decision is seen as a blow to the Democratic Party machine in New Jersey, where county party chairs hold significant power. The ruling could impact the upcoming June 4 primary, and if upheld, it would represent a victory for a fairer and more democratic political process in the state.

via NBC News|

#andy-kim #ballot-design #democratic-party

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Federal Judge Overturns New Jersey's County Line Ballot Design

A federal judge has ordered New Jersey to redesign its election ballot before the June primary, ruling that the current ballot design violates candidates' constitutional rights. The decision is expected to disrupt the longstanding practice that has favored establishment candidates and given an advantage to the state's Democratic and Republican political machines. This ruling is anticipated to fundamentally reshape politics in New Jersey.

via The New York Times|

#ballot-design #democratic-and-republican-political-machines #federal-judge

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

"Federal Judge Overturns New Jersey's County Line Ballot Design"

A federal judge in New Jersey has ruled against the use of the controversial "county line" ballot design, favoring party-backed candidates, potentially impacting the state's powerful political machines. The decision, brought by Democratic Rep. Andy Kim and others, mandates the use of office block ballots for the upcoming primary, aiming to provide equal chances for all candidates. The ruling has been hailed as a victory for fairer and more democratic politics in New Jersey, potentially reshaping down-ballot races and the 2025 gubernatorial race.

via CNN|

#ballot-design #federal-court #new-jersey

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

"The Line: NJ Lawmakers Address Unconstitutional Ballot Design"

New Jersey's unique county-line ballot design, which lists favored candidates in a prominent position known as "the line," is being challenged as unconstitutional, potentially upending the state's electoral system. Candidates not endorsed by local party leaders often end up in less visible ballot positions, leading to concerns about unfair influence and control. The issue gained traction when Democratic congressman Andy Kim filed a legal challenge ahead of the high-stakes U.S. Senate primary, seeking to force a redesign of the ballot before the June 4 primary.

via The New York Times|

#ballot-design #democratic-primary #lawsuit

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Legal Battle Erupts Over Ballot Design and Candidate Preference in NJ Senate Race"

Representative Andy Kim, a Democrat running for Senate in New Jersey, has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to redesign the ballot before the state's contentious primary election, arguing that the current layout unfairly benefits candidates supported by party leaders. The lawsuit directly challenges the ballot-design process in New Jersey, which allows party leaders to place their preferred candidates in a prominent position on the ballot, giving them an advantage over unendorsed candidates. This legal maneuver is seen as a direct challenge to Tammy Murphy, Mr. Kim’s chief opponent in the Democratic primary, and is likely to intensify the debate over preferential ballot placement.

via The New York Times|

#andy-kim #ballot-design #lawsuit