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Election Integrity, Not Partisanship: Why the SAVE Act Matters

January 10, 2026January 10, 2026 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The SAVE Act mandates documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration in federal elections, aiming to enhance election integrity. With roughly 80% public support across party lines, proponents argue it prevents potential non-citizen voting while maintaining trust in democratic processes. The bill, however, faces legislative challenges despite its popularity.

2025 Elections / 2026 Election Cycle / 2026 Elections Cycle / Elections / elections / Government / Maryland / Politics / Privacy / transparency / Voting / Voting Rights

Maryland’s Election Data Standoff: Privacy, Politics, or Plain Stonewalling?

October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The U.S. DOJ requested Maryland’s voter-roll data for election integrity checks, leading to a rejection by state officials citing privacy and state sovereignty. This refusal reflects political bias, as Maryland’s Democrats oppose scrutiny from a Republican-led DOJ but embrace similar inquiries from left-leaning administrations. The ongoing tension raises concerns about electoral transparency and accountability.

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Takoma Park: Maryland’s Hornets’ Nest of Collectivism

September 19, 2025September 18, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Takoma Park, Maryland, is a small city renowned for its extreme progressive policies, including non-citizen voting and sanctuary city status. As a policy incubator, it influences broader state initiatives. Governed independently, its high property taxes fund radical agendas, while local media reinforces its political ideologies, prompting concerns about its impact beyond local borders.

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Maryland’s Bloated Voter Rolls Finally Face Federal Scrutiny

September 13, 2025September 13, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The DOJ’s July 2025 letter to Maryland’s election officials highlights alarming voter registration issues, including an inflated 95.9% registration rate and numerous inactive records. Despite audits revealing dead and duplicate voters, Maryland officials deny problems, claiming privacy concerns. This situation raises questions about election integrity in a one-party state lacking transparency.

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The Postcard From L.A.: How “Field Team 6” Turns Hollywood Money and a Super PAC Loophole Into Voter Registration Machinery

September 6, 2025September 5, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Field Team 6, a partisan voter-registration Super PAC from Los Angeles, aims to register Democrats through aggressive strategies targeting swing states. While they publicize their goal of increasing Democratic voter numbers, concerns about transparency arise, particularly regarding anonymous funding sources. This approach raises questions about local accountability and democratic integrity.

Independents / Maryland / Politics / Unaffiliated Voter / Voting / Voting Rights / Voting Rights

Maryland’s Independent Voters Are Shut Out—And Paying the Price

September 4, 2025September 3, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Almost 22% of Marylanders identify as independents, lacking access to primary elections. A lawsuit filed by five voters challenges this, arguing it violates the state constitution. Closed primaries exclude nearly a million independents from critical votes, leading to polarization and unfair representation. Advocates seek change for a fairer electoral process.