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Election Security 2020: The Final Week’s News Roundup

As we head closer to Nov. 3, 2020, in the U.S., these are unprecedented times for election security for many reasons.

First, the attempted hacking incidents surrounding the 2016 election created a four-year race to improve voting cybersecurity, including people, process and technology components.   

Second, a record number of people have already voted early via mail or in person. As of Friday, Oct. 30, over 80 million votes have already been cast.

Third, numerous physical and cyberthreats are surfacing in virtually every state.

The list goes on and on, but I can think of no better way to characterize the election security situation at this time than to provide a quick news roundup from media organizations around the country.  

Most experts believe we are on the right track and that all will go well regarding the election processes and procedures, delivering a fair and accurate count over the next week, but some people are not so sure.

Here, I have tried to include concerns and risks that have been surfaced in the final days before the election with references to news outlets from the left, center and right of the political spectrum. There is no doubt that fears regarding election security are coming from all parts of society.

Almost On Election Eve: Election Security News Roundup

Today.com: “4 former homeland security secretaries speak out on election security“

National Public Radio: “Voters’ Guide To Election Security In The 2020 Presidential Campaign“

WSBT.com: “Michigan leaders assure voters of election security“

Voices will count and voices will be heard — that’s the message from Michigan leaders as we approach Election Day.

State officials are confident in the security and accuracy of the election process.

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