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Every four years, for more than three decades, voters in Maryland and the District of Columbia have been going to the polls for primary elections in September after the kids are back in school and the summer travel season had ended. But after the 2010 elections, the traditional September primary might become as anachronistic as the hand-counted ballot, as states begin abiding by a new federal law designed to make voting easier for overseas service members. As part of a defense spending bill approved i

If a state says the only way they can get their ballots out 45 days out [from the general election] is to change their primary date, I guess they need to change the primary date   -Bob Carey

 

I have spent most of the last two decades in Washington. Never though, do I remember a Congressional vote in which interest has been as intense, the outcome as uncertain, and where there is so much at stake – in this case the management of a sector accounting for a sixth of the entire US economy, not to mention the future of a presidency. The closest equivalent was Bill Clinton's 1993 deficit reduction package.  

But after the 2010 elections, the traditional September primary might become as extinct as the hand-counted ballot, as states begin abiding by a new federal law designed to make voting easier for overseas service members. As part of a defense spending bill approved in October, Congress enacted the Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act, which requires that service members receive absentee ballots at least 45 days before the November general election. But state elections officials say that will make

If a state says the only way they can get their ballots out 45 days out [from the general election] is to change their primary date, I guess they need to change the primary date   -Bob Carey

 

Uncertainty is rising within Hawaii political circles over whether the state's primary election in September will be moved to an earlier date and, if so, the impact that will have on candidates. Some candidates for statewide offices are devising two sets of schedules and strategies — one based on the current Sept. 18 primary date, and the other for a primary in early August. Others are just waiting to see how lawmakers, the state Elections Office and a federal agency ultimately handle the dilemma.

When you make a campaign plan, Day Zero is election day   -Brian Schatz

 

David James / HBO HBO's 10-part World War II miniseries, The Pacific , starts on Sunday. Veteran and former Sen. Bob Kerrey praises its brutal, anti-romantic approach. HBO's 10-part miniseries The Pacific tells the story of the U.S. Marine Corps' First Division from Guadalcanal to Okinawa during World War II.  

New School President Bob Kerrey moderates a distinguished panel exploring how highly accomplished, powerful women from ancient times to the modern era have grappled with the critical decisions, personal and professional crises, and public and private conflicts that come with feminine power and authority. Through a discussion of their careers and the insights they have gained through their work, the speakers explore the obstacles to achievement that women continue to overcome and necessary steps for ensurin  

Why should you be sitting there listening to me? To paraphrase Dan Gillmor, you know more than I do. Will Richardson should be up here instead of me.  

Noah Kravitz, editor-in-chief of PhoneDog.com, breaks down Apple's lawsuit against Google's cell phone maker. Former Labor Secretary Elaine Chao on how the department could be improved. Former Senator Bob Kerrey on the continued health-care debate.  

The Lethbridge community has plenty of unsung heroes who unselfishly give their time to numerous worthy causes. While it's difficult to recognize only one of many worthy recipients, the Rotary Club of Lethbridge and the Lethbridge Herald are once again asking area residents to nominate community leaders for the fifth annual Lethbridge Citizen of the Year. Choosing the award winner is never an easy process, said Courtney Atkinson, a Rotarian and this year's chairman of the Citizen of the Year. "Every

It has grown into a wonderful event now and it’s a great honour to partner with Rotary to recognize outstanding citizens who give back so much to our community   -Bob Carey