Electoral officials need more money to run elections during COVID-19

“Elections have often seen rising costs, but these financial challenges have increased in scope due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is primarily because of costs related to risk mitigation measures, which include both health and safety and special voting arrangements.”

via Democratic Audit

Elections and COVID-19: Making democracy work in uncertain times

“From citizens queuing to vote at polling stations to public officials counting votes in crowded halls, elections have suddenly become opportunities for the spread of COVID-19, as much as democratic rituals.”

via Democratic Audit