This one-page explainer breaks down how votes are marked, counted, and verified in U.S. elections. It clarifies the difference between ballot marking devices and tabulators, explains why paper ballots remain the official record, and addresses the misconception that U.S. elections run on fully electronic voting machines. It also highlights the role of post-election audits and notes that 43 states and DC now require them. A useful resource for election officials fielding public questions about voting technology.
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