Secretary of State recognizes Ohio Green Party as an official minor party.

[iwasthere]

When I hear Brunner's name I think of ACORN.

why? she was  never associated herself with that pac.

[ytowner]

When I hear Brunner's name I think of ACORN.

[iwasthere]

ytownnews explain yourself with your last statement.

[ytowner]

ACORN.

[iwasthere]

dm this gives the ohio green party the same playing field that the dems/rep enjoy without much effort on their party to put their man/wo on the ballot.

[Dan Moadus]

Dennis,
Unless the Secretary of State is treating the Green Party differently than other parties, your list of qualifications are not accurate. There is no prohibition against having voted in another party's primary in the past two years for people who do not currently hold political office. And, even if you do, you are premitted to run in a different party's primary by simply filing a "Declaration of Intent to Change Political Party Affiliation" with the Board of Elections 30 days or more before the filing deadline.

[irishbobcat]

Secretary of State recognizes Ohio Green Party as an official minor party.

In 2008, a federal court ruling declared Ohio's election system unconstitutional on the grounds of unfair discrimination towards minor party candidates. In order to remedy these constitutional

concerns the Ohio Secretary of State will be issuing a directive recognizing the rights of Green Party candidates to fairly participate in Ohio's elections and grant us temporary recognition as a political party for the May primary election. Pending ratification of our party's organizational plan at the upcoming Green Party State Convention and approval by the Secretary of State the Green Party will achieve legal status as a minor party in the electoral process.

For the first time ever Ohio Greens will be able to go to their polling place and vote for Green Party candidates in the upcoming May 4, 2010 primary election. At the primary election the Green Party Primary ballot will offer Ohioans a slate of candidates running for public office and for positions as state and county party committee members.

What this means in short is that you can now walk into your polling place on Primary Election Day, ask for a Green Party Primary Ballot, and vote for Green candidates for state and local office as well as Green candidates for the state and county party central committees. Voting in the Green Primary will make you a member of the Green Party.

Moreover, the requirements to get your own name on the ballot as a candidate for public and party office have been drastically altered making it much easier to participate as a candidate for a newly formed minor party. The Green Party needs members, leaders, organizers, and candidates throughout the state. We strongly urge those of you who want Green values represented in our government to run for an office either as a public servant or a local party leader. If you are interested in becoming a member, running for office or establishing a local Green Party in your area contact us now.

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What does it take to make real political change?

It takes people who have Green priorities and are willing to build the progressive alternative America wants.

The Green Party of Ohio invites you to find out more. Vote in the Green Party Primary Election at you polling place on May 4, 2010 or become a Green Party candidate for public or party office. The Green Party State Committee is currently contacting Greens throughout the state to discuss this exciting news. Expect to hear from one of the committee members soon. If you would like to become involved respond to OGP Secretary or OGP Candidate Committee or call 740-502-6453 with the following information:

Your name

Your address

Your local school district

Your phone number

For a Greener Future, Vote Green!

Tim Kettler, Secretary, Green Party of Ohio

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Petitioners needed

In order to get on the ballot candidates must demonstrate support from the voting public by gathering signatures on petitions which must be submitted to the Ohio Secretary of State by 4pm, February 18, 2010. The Governor's race requires 500 valid signatures while the position of Ohio Representative requires 25.

We are actively recruiting more candidates for all state and local races and foresee the need to establish a statewide network of volunteer petitioners.

You may circulate petitions for the Green Party if you meet the following qualifications:

1. You are a registered voter who has not voted in a primary for another party in 2008

2. You are a newly registered voter.

3. You are not registered to vote.

4. You are an out of state resident.

If you meet these qualifications and are interested in getting Greens on the ballot for the governor's race contact spikespisak@aol.com or call (330)-503-1407. For other races or for questions about petitioning contact OGP Secretary or call (740)-502-6453.