
- Date:
- January 31, 2012
- Author:
- Stateline Staff
- Issues:
- Politics and Campaigns
- State:
- National

There are three basic decision-making structures states use to grant pardons. They range from an independent board to the personal philosophy of the executive. more
Rarely has an election seemed to have clearer consequences for state government than the one just completed. more
Republican majorities in 14 states are so strong that there are enough party members to override a gubernatorial veto in each legislative chamber. Democrats have veto-proof majorities in eight states. more