I just read this article by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He points out that some of the voting machines as well as the counting are in the complete control of private businesses. Also, some voting machine companies like the new "Diebold" were contracted by Congress, even though they submitted the highest bid. Sounds like "Halliburton" all over again.
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Fresh disasters at the polls -- and new evidence from an industry insider -- prove that electronic voting machines can't be trusted
ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR.
http://www.rollingstone.com/politics/story/11717105/robert_f_kennedy_jr__will_the_next_election_be_hacked/2
2006-10-12 16:18:46 · 5 answers · asked by Joe_Pardy 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
Most electronic voting machines are very secure & reliable, but if your uncomfortable with them go ahead and vote paper. The procedure varys from state to state, but most of the time you can either ask to vote on a paper ballot at the polls or send a written request to your local election office to vote by mail.
Some states will only allow voting by mail under certain conditions, such as being out of the county on election day, over 65, or disabled. Check with your local election office for the guidelines in your state.
2006-10-13 02:03:04 · answer #1 · answered by tnmtngirl 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
While your reasons for wanting to cast an absentee ballot are sketchy and unfounded at best, it is very simple to cast an absentee or early ballot. Contact your local board of elections or village hall. Tell them you want information on how to cast an absentee ballot.
Some jurisdictions require you to affirm that you will be out of the state or area on election day (or homebound in some way). Some jurisdictions now let you vote early for no reason other than you want to vote. In Illinois (home of fraudulent and corruption elections) you can now vote up to 3-4 weeks before election day.
The voting systems vary widely from state to state and county to county. However, whatever system your county uses - that will be the same manner in which your absentee ballot will be cast and tallied.
The VAST majority of ballots never encounter a single error. Legitimate errors when a voter incorrectly uses the voter card, machine or or device - ask for help if you are unsure. Fraud does occur (I have witnesses it), but it is not as widespread as some would have you believe. Good luck and don't fall prey to conspiracy theories!!
2006-10-18 04:35:56 · answer #2 · answered by Republican Mom 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should have recieved a card in the mail to request your early ballot. If not whatever county you live in type it into google and type ..... for example Maricopa County Recorder. Then call the recorder and ask for an early ballot or a form for a request for an early ballot
2006-10-12 17:48:06 · answer #3 · answered by tina*21 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's easy - just request an absentee ballot from your Board of Elections
2006-10-12 16:27:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My daughter received her absentee ballot today, and I applied for mine today, also. Everyone should do so, just because, as Americans, we deserve an honest election!
2006-10-17 13:00:48 · answer #5 · answered by correrafan 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋