Oliver Hall
- Nov 1, 2019
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CCD files suit in Maine on political party formation

CCD files new lawsuit to challenge the constitutionality of Maine’s laws that make it practically impossible for non-wealthy citizens to form a new political party. The case is Baines v. Dunlap, No. 1:19-cv-00509 (D. Me.).

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