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- Race and the Voting Machine: Why Does it Matter?Voting is a right given to every American and how one votes should never be the issue as much as the idea of Americans embracing their right to be heard through their votes. That is one action that speaks louder than words.
Voter Registration Deadline is Tuesday, October 11Local elections don’t carry nearly as much drama as federal and state contests, but are no less important. Be sure you’re registered to vote by October 11. Learn where and how here.- The 2000 USA Presidential ElectionThe 2000 presidential election was one of the most controversial and divisive elections in the history of the United States of America. This article reveals the facts surrounding the election and how Florida falsely decided the outcome.
- Vote Tuesday in Pennsylvania Municipal Primary ElectionTuesday's PA primary election covers county and local offices. Local elections are critical because the Republicans' demands for federal and state governments to abandon their responsibilities force the local governments to try to make up the difference.
- New Voting Machines May Complicate New York ElectionThis will be the first election that most New York voters will experience a new method of voting. Old, lever operated voting booths are gone. The new method scans ballots that the voter has filled in by hand.
Voter Fraud, or Faulty Voting Machines?Voting problems are being experienced in early voting causing votes to be "flipped" from one party to the other. Be alert when you vote - there is much on the line in this election!
Ballot Machine Malfunctions Reported in Nevada, North CarolinaWith early voting occurring in many states, stories of malfunctioning voting machines are beginning to come to light, raising suspicions of voter fraud. Local election officials are ascribing the incidents to technical faults or voter error.
Students Statewide to Participate in 2010 MyVote Mock Election on Oct. 26On Oct. 26, students throughout California will take part in the 2010 MyVote California Student Mock Election sponsored by Secretary of State Debra Bowen and Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jack O'Connell.
Corruption, Sopranos, and Thug-Life Dominates New York Board of ElectionsPandemonium plagued New York City's most recent election while the New York City Board of Elections' employees get a federal investigation of their criminal pasts.
Top Ten Important New Steps to Using the New Electronic Voting MachinesThe State of New York recently began using new electronic voting machines. However, voters described the new process as overly tedious and complicated. Ten interesting steps voters must take are described in this article.
Arson Suspected in Houston Voting Machine FireArson Suspected in Houston Voting Machine Fire. Some suspect arson in the warehouse fire that took place where Houston's voting machines were stored. But no leads have emerged.
NYC Updates Voting Machines in Wake of Electricity's PopularityThe last time New York completely updated their voting machines, Eisenhower was President of the United States.- Fire-Damaged Voting Machines to be ReplacedAfter a fire destroyed voting machines in Harris County...Harris County official Clerk Beverly Kaufman approved a $13.6 million measure to buy 2,325 voting machines to make sure polling places throughout the county are kept open.
- New York City Cuts Its Voting Machines LooseNew York City Primary 2010, Voting Machines, Election, Voters, Board of Elections
- Online Voting as a Means of Increasing Political ParticipationIf voting is indeed a good mechanism for running society, improving the reach and scope of voting opportunities can be achieved through the internet.
- Accuracy of the Vote Count is the Single Most Important Issue TodayIF you truly are a real patriot, it is extremely important for the American people to get behind Electoral Reform now. If you care about the future of our Nation's children, then you will understand that nothing is more important than your vote being counted as a real vote.
- The Politics of the Garrison in Jamaica: Electoral Manipulation Through Patronage and ViolenceAn investigative article into the garrison phenomenon that is widespread in the Jamaican political landscape and its implications for free and fair elections.
- Obama and the 2008 Election: How the Election Changed the Economic Perceptions of College StudentsResearch project conducted on USC Upstate, SC University campus to gauge effects of election on the feelings of college students about the economy.
- Problems with Voting Machines on the RiseBeginning early this morning, scattered reports started coming in from across the nation, citing voting machine malfunctions and difficulties. As the day wears on, the number of reports has continued to rise.
Live Election Day CoverageWe won't start seeing results until later tonight when polls start to close, but there's still lots going on around the country that will be interesting to watch.- The Case for Mandatory Voting MachinesThis article presents a satirical look at the many ways voting machines have led to a more convenient election.
- The Importance of Early American ElectionsA paper showing the importance of early American elections.
Reasons Your Vote Might Not Be CountedWith legitimate voters being purged from registration rolls, accusations of falsified voter registration records and voting machine errors as high as 10%, how can we be sure that our votes are really being counted?- How to Reform the Election System in AmericaA scathing overview of flaws in the current election system
The Death of Electronic Voting Machines in Prominent States: How it May Save the Presidential ElectionWith numerous states in America finally getting wise and getting rid of those electronic voting machines, the election might just be a little bit safer outside of fraud always being a threat, even with paper ballots. All the more reason to master the art of simple...
The Election of 1824: the End of an Era and the Birth of a PartyAn analysis of the election of 1824, or "the corrupt bargain" in APSA format.- How to Rig an ElectionWith the presidential elections underway, little could be more interesting than learning how to make sure your favorite candidate wins.
Hillary Clinton, John McCain, and Voting Machines?Why is there a tie-in between Clinton, McCain, and voting machines? Should the "military industrial complex" be in charge of counting your vote?- Presidential Campaign Financing Since 1972An overview of efforts to regulate presidential election financing and specific methods, and the changes that have occurred over the last three decades. Special attention is paid on the topics of interest groups and the Federal Election Campaign Act as it changes over time.
- Politics and Election Trends to Follow in 2008A glimpse into the future as we approach arguably the most important election of our time.
Voting - an Important ResponsibilityA look how individual citizens have a responsibility to vote in an informed and intelligent fashion.- A Digital Breakdown in a Most Crucial Communication?The beloved 'ballot box' has come to represent the basic expression of true American democracy and freedom. But the following article (plus the past allegations of voter mis counts in Florida polls) may give every passionate American 'cause to pause'...
- Greene County Elections in Ohio Still Need Some WorkGreene County, Ohio needs to do more to ensure its all voters can cast countable ballots. This article is a review of my experience on Election Day, Nov. 6 2007. The results? Greene County still has some work to do to ensure that it's prepared for the 2008 presidential race.
Voting as Political NarcoticAmerica's political system is a vast criminal conspiracy and voting just keeps it running. Don't vote - it oncly encourages them!
Vote-By-Mail: The Pros and Cons If the Voting Method Ever Becomes NationalVoting by mail passed overwhelmingly in Oregon during the 1998 elections--and the full version of the process will celebrate its tenth anniversary here when the 2008 Presidential election takes place.
Study: Florida Voting Machines Can Be TamperedA new Florida State law banning Touch-screen machines has gone in effect recently. Touch-screen machines are to be eliminated because the new law requires verifiable paper trail for all voting machines.- American Electoral System: Diebold Vs. The Will of PeopleMany computer scienstists states that the software used by our voting machines, which are owned by a comany called Diebold, lack the essential security features that prevent hackers or anyone who wants to tamper with the results.
- Critically Important Reasons for You to Vote in November 7, 2006 U.S. ElectionTo vote is essential and a constitutional right of all citizens. Important issues like jobs, education, social welfare and scientifically polled issues are to be considered when deciding to vote. Personal interest, culture and ideologies will matter.
Election Inspectors: What It's like to Work at the PollsCheerful, general guide to what it's like to be an election inspector and work at a polling place. Covers setup, the voting day and takedown.- Voting and the Power of OneEvery vote matters, but maybe not for the reason that one would think. The odds of individual votes deciding an election are minimal, but they go a long way in shaping the future of the country.
