Action | 2013 Periodic Review Chapter 60 Election Administration |
Stage | Proposed |
Comment Period | Ended on 4/25/2016 |
We foresee potential lawsuits with accusations from voters regarding freedom of speech vs. the ability to vote without being intimidated. Additionally, the Electoral Board’s hands are tied as, Under Section D, “No policy disallowing use of all electronic devices by all voters is allowed.” Voters should be permitted to vote in peace with no fear of intimidation or reprisal and as little disruption as possible. The proposed loosening of the current policies in place under Chapter 60 will, effectively, be the first step in creating chaos in the voting place. People will be able to take the few minutes necessary to vote their ballot and update their Snapchat story, Instagram or Facebook status at another time or place. Additionally, no one should be recorded without express permission just to wind up on the local or national news, or worse yet, the worldwide web.