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...]
The United Battleground States of America?
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...]
The United Battleground States of America?
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...]
National Popular Vote
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...]
Here’s one group that should be disenfranchised.
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...]
Something to pay attention to this general election.
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...]
Help NPV get to Gov’s Desk! [Senate Roll Call Attached]
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...]
National Popular Vote Bill – Call your State Rep. and Alice Wolf! (Please)
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...]
National Popular Vote to be voted on Today or Tomorrow!
Common Cause has announced that the National Popular Vote bill (H.678), which would guarantee the Presidency to the winner of the most votes nationwide, should come up for a vote on the Mass. House floor either Monday (today) or Tuesday and … [Read more...]
A 50 State Campaign?
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...]