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Voters reminded of their rights as Election Day problems emerge

Original: CW: Occasional Foul Language. Always Political. Know Your Voting Rights General Rights * If the machines are down at you

Voters in the United States are being reminded of their basic voting rights as reports of technical issues at polling places circulate. Key advice includes requesting a paper ballot if voting machines are down at a location, and staying in line if already queued when a polling place closes, since those in line are still entitled to vote. Similar guidance is spreading widely as Americans head to the polls.

Why now: Election Day is underway and voters are sharing practical rights information in response to reports of machine malfunctions and polling place issues

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• CW: Occasional Foul Language. Always Political. Know Your Voting Rights General Rights * If the machines are down at your location and you have not yet voted, you may request a paper ballot. * If you are already in line when your polling location closes, stay in line. You are… · alt50501@hear-me.social · 2

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