Elections
Covering topics such as governors, legislatures, local government, redistricting and voting.
The rules vary widely from state to state, and they do little to prevent policymakers from pushing costs into the future unsustainably. A couple of states are trying to take a longer-term view.
Florida lawmakers are increasingly spilling into costly special sessions, raising questions about the limits of part-time governance.
Crowded primaries could signal a weakening of African American political power, but a more open and competitive political environment could also be a sign of democratic health.
Utah is a solid-red state, but that doesn’t shield Weber County’s Ricky Hatch from election controversy.
Democratic gains in districts previously won by Donald Trump suggest shifting voter sentiment as state leaders head into redistricting and midterm season.
We’ve been trying for half a century to bring simple language to government communications, without much success. Speaking to people in language they understand is a high-return, low-cost investment.
Complying with the new federal rules will be a challenge for states and contractors alike.
His comment comes after he spent $160 million on his 2024 campaign for president before dropping out after the Iowa caucus.
Left-leaning mayoral winners are getting a lot of attention, but in a few cities business-friendly moderates are showing strength.
What state legislatures do is important, but process matters just as much. Local governments determine whether reforms unlock housing or quietly stall.
The initiative comes as federal proposals to require proof of citizenship raise concerns about voting access in rural areas.
The first Republican to lead the North Carolina Senate in over a century is seeking a recount in a primary where he trails by 23 votes. And a Chicago institution beats back a primary challenge.
The most powerful climate policy in America isn’t in Washington. It’s buried in your town’s zoning code.
The proposal would match voter rolls with driver’s license records and require additional documentation for residents without REAL ID-compliant identification.
Girmay Zahilay is the first new executive of King County, Wash., in 16 years. His restructure of the executive office sprouted rumors he "fired everyone" — but Zahilay says he's just organizing his office around his campaign promises.
A lot of cities have tried doing away with the fare box. Most of them have run into problems of one kind or another.
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