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Peter B. Gemma is a award-winning freelance writer and veteran political consultant.
He has been published in a variety of venues including: USA Today (where more than 100 of his commentaries have appeared); The American Thinker, The Daily Caller, Military History; The Washington Examiner; and The Economic Populist.
(11 comments) SHARE Monday, May 1, 2017 Non-Voters Win (Again)
Non-voters outpolled those who cast ballots by a landslide - just as they have in election after election. Political consultants take note.
(6 comments) SHARE Thursday, September 1, 2016 The New Poll Tax: Ballot Access Laws Foil Independent Candidates
The establishment parties benefit from strict ballot access laws that make it difficult for alternative candidates to participate in elections. In order to get on the ballot, independent and third party candidates must meet a variety of byzantine state-specific filing requirements. Complex stipulations and regulations determine whether voters will be able to choose from a larger pool of parties and candidates.