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Guy Ciarrocchi: It’s time to vote “Yes” to protect our democracy

May 10, 2021May 10, 2021
Guy Ciarrocchi
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We are now 65 weeks into the “two-weeks to flatten the curve.” In that time, our lives have been dominated by the dictates of one man–the governor. Voting “Yes” on the amendments on the May 18 primary ballot will fix that.
By Guy Ciarrocchi

Election

Stephen Wahrhaftig: The May primary election affects everyone, so vote

April 26, 2021April 26, 2021
Stephen Wahrhaftig

No matter what party you support, go to the polls on May 18 and vote “yes” on the three most important ballot initiatives. Voting yes will help end racial discrimination and force the governor to follow the constitution during emergencies.
By Stephen Wahrhaftig

Election Law

Howard Lurie: Why the secret ballot is at risk with mail-in voting

July 19, 2020April 19, 2021
Howard Lurie
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The secret ballot is too important and too crucial to our democracy to let go of due to convenience or the shifts of political winds. We must be wary and safeguard it.
By Howard Lurie

News

Christen Smith: Coalition says paper ballots key to preventing voter disenfranchisement in Pennsylvania

July 2, 2020April 19, 2021
Christen Smith

The letter recommends polling places keep enough paper ballots on hand in case the voting system falls victim to a cyberattack or malfunction. It also suggests 24/7 video monitoring and limits on internet connectivity to reduce avenues for hackers to tamper with machines.
By Christine Smith

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