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How the US Protects Elections from Foreign Interference

The National Security Council coordinates America's defense against foreign election interference, orchestrating intelligence agencies, cybersecurity experts, and law enforcement to…

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How Americans Vote: From Paper Ballots to Voting Apps

The method by which Americans cast their votes has never been static. From public declarations in a town square to…

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Alison O'Leary

Provisional vs. Regular Ballots: Your Voting Guide

When you walk into a polling place on Election Day, you expect to receive a ballot, vote, and leave knowing…

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