Elected Officials
Coverage of Elected Officials in the Nexus archive.
- Ban Taxpayer-Funded Mailers During Elections, Ethics Chief Says
The Honolulu ethics director has stated that elected officials should refrain from sending printed newsletters to constituents within 60 days of elections. This guidance aims to regulate communications during election periods.
- Aurora recall petitions could test Illinois law on removing elected officials
A grassroots group is seeking Aurora voters' approval to establish a process allowing residents to recall a sitting mayor or alderman-at-large. The initiative aims to test Illinois law regarding the removal of elected officials.
- Colorado town abandoned after all public officials resign, drinking water ruled health hazard
A small Colorado town was deemed abandoned after all elected officials resigned and the local drinking water was ruled a health hazard. The town was also plagued by fraud allegations and violent altercations.
- REPORT: Two more officials testify in alleged political corruption case in East Baton Rouge
Two elected officials of East Baton Rouge Parish testified before a grand jury in connection with an alleged political corruption case.
- NYC lawmakers set to give themselves 18% pay hike, their first raise in a decade
NYC lawmakers are set to approve an 18% pay increase, their first raise in 10 years, with elected officials stating that higher pay helps attract more qualified candidates for office.
- LA City Council should drop the one-day work week
The LA City Council is considering a one-day work week, described as an innovation for elected officials earning $250,000 annually. The article questions the necessity of such a policy given the high salaries of these officials.
- Judges tour the Midwest to offer unusual warning about attacks on courts
Current and retired judges are touring the Midwest to warn about physical threats to judges and increasing criticism from politicians and elected officials.
- Mitch McConnell owes public transparency amid prolonged hospital stay
Mitch McConnell is under scrutiny for a prolonged hospital stay, with the article emphasizing that elected officials must provide transparency and honesty when absent. The public is not owed secrets but accountability.
- NYC elected officials could get 18% pay raise with council vote
The New York City Council is considering a bill to grant an 18% pay raise to the city’s top elected officials. Approval of the bill would result in a significant salary increase for these officials.
- Vigil to be held for tourist who died in NYC horse carriage accident
A vigil will be held in Central Park for an 18-year-old tourist who died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in New York City. The incident has sparked debate over the safety of horse carriages, with community groups advocating for a citywide ban.
- Sponsored: From Lego bricks to college labs: Washington students commit to STEM
Washington State STEM Signing Day gathers educators, business leaders, and elected officials to honor students dedicated to STEM fields. The event celebrates student commitment to science, technology, engineering, and math.
- When political party is prioritized over country, everyone loses
The article critiques the current state of Congress, where partisan loyalty has replaced bipartisan cooperation and problem-solving. It argues that elected officials are discouraged from negotiating across party lines, viewing such collaboration as betrayal rather than governing.
- A deadly crisis of violent manhood spills into our politics, again
Two recent incidents of gender-based violence involving elected officials highlight the need for a shift in masculinity definition. These incidents show a deadly crisis of violent manhood spilling into politics. The shift aims from control and domination to care and connection.
- Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions
Powerful California institutions, including labor unions, elected officials, and special interest groups, supported Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign despite rumors of his past inappropriate behavior. The article examines why these groups endorsed him amid ongoing scrutiny.