In this edition of Politics on Point, we meet Mike West, manager of community outreach at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.
Mike explains the balanced structure of the Board, with two Democrats and two Republicans overseeing operations. This ensures transparency and security, with checks like split passwords and locked ballot rooms.
The Board prepares months in advance for elections, handling candidate filings, testing ballots, and offering multiple voting options, including early voting and vote-by-mail.
Poll workers from both parties ensure smooth Election Day operations. After the polls close at 7:30pm on Election day, the results are securely tabulated, with audits and recounts ensuring accuracy before finalizing outcomes.
Discussion Questions:
Why do you think it's important that there are an equal number of Democrats and Republicans on the Board of Elections?
The Board of Elections gives voters a few different ways to vote. Which way do you think is best for most people—voting by mail, voting early, or voting on Election Day? Why?
Why is it important that poll workers come from the community and help on Election Day? How do you think it makes people feel to see their neighbors at the polls?
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