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📢 Understanding the Election Act and Its Impact on Local Authorities in the UK A bit of a reminder and insight here, everyone, about adjusting to the impact of the recent UK Elections Act and what this means for those working to ensure its demands and requirements are met and upheld in the name of democracy and continuous improvement. The Election Act has brought significant changes to how local elections are managed across the UK. Here's a breakdown of what this means for local authorities and voters: 🔍 Voter ID Requirements: One of the most notable changes is the introduction of mandatory photo ID for voters. This aims to enhance election security but requires local authorities to ensure accessible ID options for all eligible voters. 🗳️ Postal and Proxy Voting Adjustments: The Act introduces stricter rules on postal and proxy voting to prevent fraud. Local authorities must now implement more robust verification processes and educate voters on these changes. 📆 Extended Voting Periods: In some cases, the Election Act allows for extended voting periods, giving voters more flexibility. Local authorities need to adjust their election schedules and resource planning accordingly. 📚 Enhanced Accessibility: The Act emphasizes making voting more accessible, especially for people with disabilities. Local authorities must now ensure polling stations are fully accessible and staff are trained to assist all voters. 💬 Public Awareness Campaigns: With these changes, it's crucial for local authorities to run comprehensive public awareness campaigns. Voters need clear information about new ID requirements, voting methods, and accessibility improvements. The Election Act aims to make elections more secure and accessible, but it also places new responsibilities on local authorities. Staying informed and proactive is key to navigating these changes smoothly. 🗳️🔄 Feel free to share this post to spread awareness and ensure everyone is prepared and able to deal with these changes! 📢👥 #ElectionAct #LocalElections #VoterID #ElectionManagement #UKPolitics image credit:ID 162986867 © Keith Ramsey| Dreamstime.com

This week, the election rumor research team at the University of Washington Center for an Informed Public published three blog posts, including: (1) How an error in Arizona's voter registration system has fueled rumors around non-citizen voting: https://lnkd.in/gSGVPxkg (2) Analyzing the anatomy of 3 videos alleging that many non-citizens are registered to vote in U.S. elections: https://lnkd.in/gFxUg3Vb (3) Making sense of election rumors emerging from Hurricane Helene: https://lnkd.in/gfNNiFdu Read our ongoing series, "What to expect when we're electing" https://lnkd.in/g-TbCi_V You can also sign up to receive election rumor research updates via our Substack newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gMtB3T_8

Our research fellow, Elena Baird, recently published an insightful brief on the interesting topic of SB 824 and North Carolina's Voter ID Law. The ongoing debate around voter ID laws, particularly North Carolina’s SB 824, raises significant questions about voter access, election integrity, and potential disenfranchisement. Understanding the arguments for and against this law is critical for anyone following voting rights and electoral reforms in the U.S. Curious about how SB 824 could shape future elections and voter participation? Explore the full debate and its potential impact here: https://lnkd.in/gFXrdk3y

Its time to tell the DOJ that they risk arrest and imprisonment if any of their local staff interfere with the fair election process in any state. Understand what the DOJ is opposing is this, "After being sworn into office in January, Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen got to work to identify and remove 3,251 individuals who are registered to vote in Alabama who have been issued noncitizen identification numbers by the Department of Homeland Security." How do you expect people to believe you are working to support fair elections when you sue states that remove people from the registered voter files that cannot legally vote? Do not surrendered one inch. Stay strong, stay free You have to vote and vote early. Vote policies, not party ... or hate, or division, or conspiracy theories.

Judicial Watch Sues California to Force Clean-Up of Voting Rolls: Judicial Watch, in partnership with the Libertarian Party of California, has taken legal steps to ensure that California’s voter rolls are accurate and up-to-date. A lawsuit filed in federal court seeks to prompt California to fulfill its obligations under the National Voter Registration Act of 1993, targeting the accuracy of voter registration lists. Recent findings suggest discrepancies in voter roll maintenance across various counties in California. Certain counties reportedly made minimal efforts to remove ineligible voters, which is seen as non-compliant with federal mandates. The initiative is part of Judicial Watch's broader mission to ensure electoral integrity. Their efforts have led to substantial voter roll cleanups across the United States, advocating for transparent and lawful electoral processes. Read more:

About time they start taking action.

The Dems purpose of allowing such large numbers of Illegal Immigrants into the US was simply to change the demographics of the country. allowing more people in to the country, they thought, would create a favorable outlook and support for the party that gave them such free and generous entrance to the great US. imagine, another 10 or more voters voting for the Democratic party. THIS is why they granted them Voting rights where they could. Not only illegal immigrants. The DOJ and the administration is suing states to not be allowed to update their voting rolls. Dead people still registered? NP. Non-citizens on the rolls? NP. Early elections ballots favoring Trump? NP. we'll invalidate them by burning them. need the registered voter lists from Homeland Security? sorry, we can't (really won't) give it to you even though we're obligated to do so. Etc. But the Supreme court intervened to protect election integrity. see below. just one example. the Dems will DO ANYTHING to prevent Harris from losing, including every dirty, illegal trick in the book. the only way to prevent this is to: Get OUT TO VOTE in mass numbers so big, they can't change the outcome. https://lnkd.in/desP7Y34

As Election Day approaches, many voters are reflecting on the policies and actions of the Democratic Party. A series of questions arise that may influence voter sentiment and decisions. These questions highlight concerns surrounding various Democratic policies and their implications for the electorate. One pressing question is why Democrats are advocating for mail-in voting. This […]

State of Play Congress should fund the government using a series of 12 appropriation bills, all of which must originate in the House of Representatives. Each of these bills should be passed individually, but are often combined into one massive spending bill called an omnibus. However , Congress has not yet passed all the appropriations bills and they likely won’t have the time they need to do so before funding expires on October 1st. To keep the government running until Americans can choose a new president, Congress should pass a Continuing Resolution (CR) to extend government funding. Passing a CR will ensure there’s no increase in spending— and eliminate the threat of another bloated omnibus bill. Lawmakers should also take the opportunity to attach the SAVE Act to this CR so that they can add greater election integrity and close loopholes that allow non-citizens to vote in federal elections. The SAVE Act, introduced by Representative Chip Roy (R-Texas), would amend the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) to require states to verify proof of citizenship before allowing individuals to register to vote in federal elections. While voting as a non-citizen is universally illegal, enforcement mechanisms are not universally implemented. Many states have already done great work to strengthen election operations and have restored integrity for voters casting their ballots, but interpretations of the NVRA have been exploited to prevent states from requiring proof of citizenship. The SAVE Act would end voting loopholes to add greater confidence in the outcome of our elections. Source: Heritage Action for America

“Democracy is not just the right to vote, it is the right to live in dignity.” In a thriving democracy, transparency and accountability are the pillars that support the trust of its citizens. Yet, a recent Supreme Court hearing has raised a pressing question: Do we need explicit statutory backing to ensure such transparency in electoral processes? The Election Commission (EC) has recently stated that there is no legal mandate to share voter turnout details with anyone other than candidates and their agents. This response came as a rebuttal to the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR)'s plea for greater transparency by uploading authenticated records of voter turnout on the EC website. The ADR's concerns stem from observed delays and unexpected spikes in voter turnout figures, sparking doubts about the integrity of the polling data and the functioning of electronic voting machines (EVMs). They argue that publishing Form 17C, which accounts for votes recorded, would enhance transparency and trust in the electoral process. The EC, however, counters that their current practice of publishing voter turnout data through apps and press releases is a voluntary, non-statutory measure aimed at transparency. They emphasise that the data shared through these platforms is provisional and secondary, with final figures taking time due to logistical challenges. While the EC's efforts to provide provisional data are commendable, the ADR's push for more detailed and authenticated records highlights a critical issue: the need for robust transparency mechanisms in our democratic processes. Shouldn’t the essence of democracy be grounded in openness and accountability that transcends legal mandates? As we reflect on this debate, it's crucial to ask ourselves: Is the current level of transparency sufficient to uphold the democratic ethos? Or should we strive for greater clarity and accountability, even if it means stepping beyond the confines of statutory requirements? In a democracy, the integrity of the electoral process is paramount. It’s time we consider whether voluntary initiatives are enough or if we need to enshrine greater transparency in our electoral laws to ensure every citizen’s trust in the democratic process is unwavering. #Democracy #Transparency #ElectoralIntegrity #ElectionCommission #VoterTurnout #Form17C #ADR #PublicTrust