Author: Eric Brown

Yard Sign Theft: Class “C” Misdemeanor?

Lots of coverage of yard sign theft and vandalism.  In Texas, a suspect will be charged with a class “C” misdemeanor.  That’s a matter of criminal law, not political law.   Some blogs cover theft (along with YouTube video collections) as a partisan issue, even though from the reports I’ve read it seems to be a […]

ACORN In the News

Electionjournal.org is reporting on and linking to the most interesting stories on ACORN (and other groups).  Obama recently addressed his views on ACORN thusly: “We’ve got the best voter registration and turnout and volunteer operation in politics right now, and we don’t need ACORN’s help.” 

The OSU Tickets Case

Here’s follow-up on a case I’ve previously noted involving Ohio state Rep. John Widowfield. Philip Richter, executive director of the Elections Commission, said the matter will be taken up at the group’s meeting next Thursday. Widowfield has asked that the matter be referred to Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O’Brien for a potential misdemeanor charge, which […]