After a delay in counting absentee and provisional ballots, Democrat Allison Riggs has edged out Republican Jefferson Griffin by a mere 24 votes in the North Carolina Supreme Court race. This extremely narrow margin emerged following the processing of late-arriving ballots by county election boards. While county certifications are complete, several counties require additional time to finalize their counts, leaving the outcome uncertain pending further review and potential recounts. The final result will significantly impact the court’s partisan balance, currently 5-2 Republican.
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While Vice President Kamala Harris has conceded the presidential election, her campaign is now partially redirecting donations towards a recount effort. This effort is being channeled through ActBlue, with a portion of donations being allocated to a “Recount Account” without specific details provided about its purpose or scope. Although multiple states would need to flip to change the election outcome, some states have automatic recount procedures triggered by close margins. Notably, Harris’ campaign is also seeking donations to support Democrats in uncalled congressional races, highlighting the ongoing efforts to ensure all votes are counted in close contests.
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As a Georgia resident, the recent decision by the Georgia election board to order a hand count of votes in the US presidential contest has left me deeply unsettled. The implications of this decision go far beyond what appears to be a simple request for a recount. There are concerns raised that the board may be overstepping its statutory authority and potentially opening the door for chaos and manipulation in the election process.
The idea of hand counting millions of votes in such a crucial and time-sensitive election is not only impractical but also raises questions about the motives behind this decision.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker