I serve in similar national elections here in New Zealand. It's so different than what you describe. For one thing, no one who comes in to vote is denied a vote. Even drunks and obnoxious People (of which there are few) get to cast a vote. It's slightly festive, but with an air of seriousness and scrutiny. We don't have primaries as such, they are organized by the parties themselves. National elections take place every 3 years and attract about 80%. I've also worked in the post voting stage where the official count takes place. Although errors do occur, usually they involve some administrative mistake, rather than an attempt to cheat anyone. All counts have to be the same 2 times in a row. Once I sat at a table for more than 4 hours, recounting over and over before we managed to fullfill that requirement. Crazy, ehh?
one of your best! Hope you're well
You’re too kind. I hope you’re well too.
I serve in similar national elections here in New Zealand. It's so different than what you describe. For one thing, no one who comes in to vote is denied a vote. Even drunks and obnoxious People (of which there are few) get to cast a vote. It's slightly festive, but with an air of seriousness and scrutiny. We don't have primaries as such, they are organized by the parties themselves. National elections take place every 3 years and attract about 80%. I've also worked in the post voting stage where the official count takes place. Although errors do occur, usually they involve some administrative mistake, rather than an attempt to cheat anyone. All counts have to be the same 2 times in a row. Once I sat at a table for more than 4 hours, recounting over and over before we managed to fullfill that requirement. Crazy, ehh?
Wow. I'd be counting all day! Thanks Ken.