Utah plans to run its next election entirely through the mail, joining a small group of states that already do this. The state’s move, however, has sparked criticism from the nation’s top leader, who argues that such voting methods could be manipulated to favor one political side. President Trump, w
Colorado’s primary elections in June often get ignored despite how much they decide the November race. While November draws big crowds, June’s ballots go largely unopened—especially by unaffiliated voters who make up over half the state’s electorate. Many don’t realize they can vote in either party’
A coalition that backs closer ties with Russia has asked Armenia’s election commission to overturn the results of last week’s parliamentary vote. The request came after the alliance pointed out alleged irregularities that could have affected the outcome. The group, which earned just over 23 perce
The Cincinnati. com site is running a weekly poll to pick the best high‑school athletes. Readers can vote once every hour until 4 p. m. on Friday. The poll is posted on the website and in the mobile app. The winners will no longer receive paper certificates. Instead, they get a PDF through
Democracy isn’t just about casting a ballot once a year. It’s about showing up, staying informed, and making sure leaders know what matters to regular people. Many citizens don’t realize they can do more than vote—they can meet local officials in person, ask questions, and push for policies that pro
The voting window for the Best of Mower County has opened and will stay open until July 2. In April and May, several businesses were shortlisted in each category, leaving up to five finalists for voters. Now residents can decide which local spot deserves the top honor in its field. This event
Redrawing U. S. congressional districts ahead of midterm elections has turned into a high-stakes game where both parties try to tilt the playing field in their favor. Last summer kicked off this latest round when Texas Republicans moved to reshape five Democratic-held seats, prompting California Dem
A top official from Maine once trusted with election duties now warns that basic freedoms are sliding out of view. She feels the change every day in courthouses and school boards, and she is urging voters to pick a leader who notices these shifts too. She used to skip party labels because leaders i
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling struck down major parts of the Voting Rights Act, a move that shocked many who value civil rights. In Maryland, the decision triggered a shift in Senate President Bill Ferguson’s position on partisan redistricting. He now supports changes that could let the state’s
Alaska voters face a decision next year about how to choose their leaders. A new proposal wants to end the system that lets voters rank multiple candidates. It says the old way—pick one person—is clearer and fairer. The current method is more complex. Candidates run in a “top‑four jungle
