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The Supreme Court rejected Green Party presidential nominee Jill Stein’s request to be included on the Nevada ballot, upholding a decision by the state Supreme Court over paperwork dispute. State officials argued that changing the ballot at this late stage would jeopardize the integrity of the election process. The Green Party, represented by Jay Sekulow, an ally of former President Trump, contended that their exclusion violated their rights under the 14th Amendment and due process. In Nevada, a key swing state, the Green Party’s presence on the ballot could potentially impact the outcome, with Democrats seeking to prevent Stein’s inclusion. The dispute stemmed from incorrect information provided by the secretary of state’s office regarding language on the petition for ballot access. The Nevada Supreme Court ruled that the exclusion of Stein was not a constitutional violation and that it was due to an unfortunate mistake. Stein and her running mate argued that they were wrongfully removed from the ballot and that voters who planned to support them were deprived of their right to do so. The decision highlights the importance of third-party candidates in close elections and the complexities of ballot access laws.
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Green Party’s Bid to Appear on Nevada Presidential Ballot Rejected by Supreme Court
