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National Popular Vote Nears Governor’s Desk

July 22, 2010 By pamwilmot

Let me count the ways. The candidate with the most votes should win the election. Just like in every other race in the country.  In 1 out of 14 presidential elections-1824, 1876, 1888 and 2000, the second place candidate was elected. … [Read more...]

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The United Battleground States of America?

June 1, 2010 By pamwilmot

Here in Massachusetts, a poll taken just last week showed 72% support among likely voters -- 86% among registered Democrats, 68% among unenrolleds, and 54% among Republicans. Although Natioanl Popular Vote doesn't necessarily help one party … [Read more...]

Filed Under: User Tagged With: common-cause, electoral-college, national-popular-vote, npv

The United Battleground States of America?

June 1, 2010 By pamwilmot

The United Battleground States of America? National Popular Vote, H. 4156, is being debated in the Massachusets House of Representatives tomorrow, Wednesday (in fact, it may well be today when you read this).  National Popular Vote is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: User Tagged With: common-cause, electoral-college, national-popular-vote, npv

National Popular Vote

March 4, 2010 By rg-terry

So far, 5 states have joined the compact: New Jersey, Maryland, Illinois, Washington, and Hawaii. Approval by Massachusetts would add 12 Electoral College votes giving National Popular Vote 73 (27%) of the 270 votes required for it to go … [Read more...]

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Here’s one group that should be disenfranchised.

December 12, 2008 By akingsley

Barack Obama isn't president-elect-at least not until Monday.  On Monday, 538 officials you've probably never heard of will gather at state houses across the country and cast the only ballots that really count in the presidential … [Read more...]

Filed Under: User Tagged With: barack-obama, common-cause, electoral-college, national-popular-vote, president-elect

Something to pay attention to this general election.

September 10, 2008 By cambridge_paul

And that would be the lack of attention that Massachusetts will be receiving and another reminder that it's imperative we pass National Popular Vote legislation the next session which begins in January. I thought today would be the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: User Tagged With: national-popular-vote, npv, sal-dimasi, therese-murray

Help NPV get to Gov’s Desk! [Senate Roll Call Attached]

July 31, 2008 By cambridge_paul

YES Sen. Antonioni   Sen. Augustus Sen. Baddour Sen. Berry Sen. Brown Sen. Buoniconti Sen. Candaras Sen. Chandler Sen. Creedon Sen. Creem Sen. Downing Sen. Fargo Sen. Galluccio Sen. Hart Sen. Hedlund Sen. Jehlen … [Read more...]

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National Popular Vote Bill – Call your State Rep. and Alice Wolf! (Please)

July 2, 2008 By cambridge_paul

Hi BMGers, I have been a long time reader and have finally signed up.  One of the many issues that I hold dear to my heart is the National Popular Vote movement/bill. We have a version here in Massachusetts, House Bill 678, that should … [Read more...]

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A 50 State Campaign?

June 11, 2008 By ro

Obama won't run a true "50 state campaign," no matter what this email says. While new battlegrounds like Virginia may be explored, and there may be some token activity in safe states, nearly all resources will be poured into the usual … [Read more...]

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The National Popular Vote bill in Massachusetts

December 6, 2007 By jackcushman

Ever since I sat in on the legislative hearing for H678, "the agreement among states to elect the President by national popular vote," I've been a cheerleader for the National Popular Vote. "Disclose conflicts of … [Read more...]

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