Images of Georgia ballots quietly become public
The release will highlight a quiet shift in the level of secrecy around the ballots that drive elections – but not necessarily in a bad way.
Author: Doug Richards
Updated: 8:10 PM EDT May 26, 2021
ATLANTA — This week, a judge is expected to release images of thousands of ballots cast in the November election. That’s in response to a lawsuit claiming irregularities in the November election.
The release will highlight a quiet shift in the level of secrecy around the ballots that drive elections – but not necessarily in a bad way.
Ballot secrecy is enshrined in the Georgia constitution. But now, there’s a decent chance the ballot voters cast can be seen in images released by Georgia counties.