KINSHASA (Reuters) – Four opposition challengers to Democratic Republic of Congo’s President Joseph Kabila called on Tuesday for election results to be rejected, accusing authorities of systematic fraud.Candidate Vital Kamerhe, a former government minister, said ballots had been marked ahead of the poll in favor of Kabila, and some voters prevented from entering polling stations during Monday’s    .. more …

A hearing about complaints into possible voter fraud involving the District 2 race for Greenville City Council is set for Tuesday.Last month several people sent letters to the Pitt County Board of Elections saying they were forced to write in the name of a candidate. Those complaints allege that members of the Tami Locust campaign forced them to write in her name, claiming voter intimidation.    .. more …

What are the qualifications to become a notary public? The following are general requirements necessary to become a notary public and can vary from state to state: A state resident At least 18 years of age English literate Complete a course of study and pass a written examination Introduction The job of a mobile notary is extremely important, as we have many parties relying on us to successfully    .. more …

TALLAHASSEE — Eleven state legislators have been hit with subpoenas in a federal lawsuit involving four controversial provisions of Florida’s new election law. The subpoenas to six senators and five representatives, all Republicans, were issued on behalf of the League of Women Voters of Florida and the National Council of La Raza, a Hispanic voter advocacy group, by their attorney, Daniel    .. more …

In his Nov. 13 column, Timothy Benson claims Florida’s election reform laws will help prevent fraud.Unfortunately, the anti-voter law that the Florida Legislature passed this year simply does not address his stated concerns. It will, however, certainly make voting harder for Floridians and has already resulted in the League of Women Voters of Florida imposing a moratorium on our voter registration    .. more …

A postcard, perhaps, is the most economical, yet one of the most effective marketing campaigns for candidates running for a public office. Imagine the impact it could create to potential voters having to receive a direct mail from their candidates? It will definitely get plus points.However, since it is no secret that sending postcards is really effective, every other candidate is doing it. So,    .. more …

GEORGETOWN, Guyana (AP) ” A ruling party in power for nearly two decades faced off in national elections Monday against a raft of opposition parties that accused the government of rampant corruption and mismanagement.There was no obvious front-runner in the race, with no independent opinion polls before the vote. Polling stations closed Monday evening, and official results were not expected until    .. more …