By design, tens of millions of votes are cast across America on machines that cannot be audited, where the votes cannot be verified.
Spying and Privacy articles on Democracy Chronicles
This Spying and Privacy section concerns how these two issues impact freedom of speech and democracy in general. The modern technology we rely on has complicated the struggle to protect citizens from government overreach, especially following increased concerns of surveillance of domestic communications. Also see our entire section on Election Technology or our articles on Technology Dissidents like Eric Snowden and Julian Assange.
Ballot-Marking Devices Cannot Assure The Will Of The Voters
To reduce the risk that computers alter elections, the use of BMDs should be limited to voters who require assistive technology to vote independently.
Mueller Report Highlights Scope Of Election Security Challenge
Special counsel Robert S. Mueller III’s report highlights the breadth and complexity of the U.S. voting infrastructure that needs protecting.
Sudan’s Social Media Deemed Major Player in Bashir’s Ouster
Bashir’s Social media restrictions did not stop millions of Sudanese who found ways to circumvent the restrictions and rally others to protest peacefully.
Ohio Weighs Election Cyber Force to Head Off Hackers
Legislation would create a civilian force of 50 to 100 professionals across the state who would work to prevent attacks and respond when they happen.
Case Against Julian Assange Raises Press Freedom Questions
Case against Julian Assange got newspaper editorial pages, political pundits and cable news analysts debating on the state of freedom of the press in U.S.
Israeli Authorities Challenge Claims of Voting System Breach
Israeli authorities challenge claims of voting system for the upcoming election being hacked and personal details of 6 million Israelis being compromised.
States Slow To Spend Election Security Funds, Report Finds
States slow to spend funds to enhance election security as only 8.1% was put to use in the first six months it was available, report finds.
From Potholes to Procurement: Ukraine’s Chronic Corruption Angers Voters
To experience corruption in Ukraine, go for a drive. Bone-crunching, bouncing ride over countless potholes a daily ritual for travelers across the country.
The Hottest Issue Among Election Integrity Advocates: Voting Machines
Is it possible to do reliable post-election audits on ballots which print a scannable bar code rather than human-readable voter choices?