A Transparent, Open-Source Vision for U.S. Elections
Voting technology in the U.S. is secretive and often expensive. Can an open-source alternative take its place?
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Voting technology in the U.S. is secretive and often expensive. Can an open-source alternative take its place?
The technology proposal from VotingWorks would change the game with portable one-stop voting stations for troops stationed far from home.
WASHINGTON — Researchers from the nonprofit election technology company VotingWorks showcased an early-stage prototype of technology aimed at improving the experience of military absentee voters Feb. 7.
The prototype of a deployable voting machine unveiled last week could one day allow service members around the world to transmit a signed, encrypted digital ballot to their home precinct for tallying on Election Day.
The Texas Secretary of State has warned local party leaders the effort could be costly and time-consuming.