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VOTING: OUR RIGHT, OUR DUTY, OUR PRIVILEGE

Four years ago, Analog Magazine readers had the chance to read my thoughts as to what it’s like to serve as an election officer or poll worker or judge helping to make democracy in the United States run smoothly. Today I am pleased to say that Analog has posted my guest editorial on its blog for free. I’ve also added a quickie update as to what’s changed since 2016 and what hasn’t. This topic is near and dear to my heart as I spent over 25 years as an election lawyer. Hope you’ll have a look at my thought, maybe even while you are in line to vote.

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  1. Hello Rosemary

    I loved that article when it was first published and I shall enjoy reading it again (particularly the “Where are the police? I do not see them” part).
    I live in the UK but follow the goings-on in the USA.
    I shall enjoy reading it again.

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