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County NewsEvery Election Day, counties nationwide oversee over 100,000 polling locations and over 630,000 poll workers. Each election cycle, counties take great care ensure ballots are securely cast and counted accurately, amid operational and outside challenges.County News Hot Topics: ElectionsNovember 16, 2022November 16, 2022, 9:15 am
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County News Hot Topics: Elections
Every Election Day, counties nationwide oversee over 100,000 polling locations and over 630,000 poll workers. Each election cycle, counties take great care ensure ballots are securely cast and counted accurately, amid operational and outside challenges.
Every Election Day, counties nationwide oversee over 100,000 polling locations and over 630,000 poll workers.2022-11-16County News Article2023-06-06
Every Election Day, counties nationwide oversee over 100,000 polling locations and over 630,000 poll workers. Each election cycle, counties take great care ensure ballots are securely cast and counted accurately, amid operational and outside challenges.
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U.S. Election Assistance Commission recognizes county excellence in 2022 Clearinghouse Awards
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