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Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.

Ballotpedia · May 26

The Republican Party Is Nothing More Than a Cult of Trump

The GOP has shifted from endorsing conservative ideas to embodying the whims of one man.

Reason · May 22

Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #206

Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving school board governance, the politics surrounding it, and education policy.

Ballotpedia · May 20

School Choice Week: Arizona Milestone Marks Growing Popularity of School Choice

Over 100,000 students use the state’s portable education funds for private schools and homeschooling.

Reason · Jan 30

Democrat Matt Cartwright's Chances of Holding on to his House Seat in Pennsylvania's 8th District, according to polls

Pennsylvania is one of the most consequential battleground states in the presidential race. But it is also shaping to be decisive in who will win the House.

Latin Times · Nov 2, 2024

Voters In Juneau, Alaska, To Decide On Initiative Banning Cruise Ships On Saturdays And July 4

Voters in Juneau, Alaska, will decide on three ballot measures on Oct. 1, including two bond measures.

Zenger · Sep 28, 2024

The Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia’s Weekly Digest On Election Administration, September 20, 2024

Nearly 60% of bills enacted this year have been in states with Republican trifectas.

Zenger · Sep 23, 2024

53 Members Of U.S. Congress Opt Out Of Re-Election Bid In 2024‌

Rep. Garret Graves (R-La.) latest to retire, as incumbents' exits match previous year's count, with notable Senate retirements.‌

Zenger · Sep 20, 2024

Statewide Ballot Measures Surge In 2024, Voters To Decide On Record Number‌ ‌

From abortion rights to minimum wage hikes, key trends in state ballot measures as voters face crucial decisions.‌ ‌

Zenger · Sep 19, 2024

Michigan Leads In Contested State Legislative Elections For Eighth Cycle‌

High rate of contested races reflects swing state status, while national trend sees 39% of seats uncontested.‌

Zenger · Sep 15, 2024