Voting Machine - Manipulation
The documentary reveals significant printer malfunctions in the Arizona election, affecting ballot accuracy and leading to widespread vote tabulation disruptions.
Clay Parikh
Former Election System Tester
" How do you know that every ballot that was supposedly rejected by the tabulator was put in and not other ballots? "
WATCH FULL MOVIEFAQ on Printer Issues in the Arizona Election
Research Documents
Maricopa County Election Day Printer Failure Investigation Report
On November 8th, 2022, Maricopa County experienced a widespread failure as voters attempted to cast their ballots at Voting Centers across the county.
Election Mechanics - Signature Verification - Tabulator Machines
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Maricopa County 2022 General Election Ballot-on-Demand Printer Investigation
Ruth V. McGregor Report on a substantial number of ballot- on-demand (BOD) printers at vote centers in Maricopa County produced ballots that could not be tabulated by on-site tabulators.
Maricopa County Reponse to 2022 General Election Issues
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Maricopa 2022 Training Manual
Poll Worker Training Manual for the 2022 General Election
POST-ELECTION BALLOT ON DEMAND PRINTER ANALYSIS
2022 General Election Internal Review
Overview of Printer Malfunctions
The Arizona election faced significant challenges due to printer malfunctions that directly impacted the voting process. These issues included incorrect printing of ballot dimensions and essential markings for electronic tabulation, leading to widespread ballot rejection by the tabulators. The malfunctioning printers not only caused delays and confusion at voting centers but also raised concerns about the accuracy and integrity of the ballots being cast.
Impact on Voting Process
These printer issues resulted in considerable operational disruptions during the election. Voters experienced extended waiting times and, in some cases, had to visit multiple voting locations due to the malfunctioning equipment. The problems with the printers led to a substantial number of ballots being deemed unreadable by the tabulators, which significantly slowed down the voting process and caused frustration among voters.
The Role of 'Door Three'
'Door Three' became a critical element in managing the fallout from the printer issues. This was a contingency procedure where ballots that could not be read by the malfunctioning printers or tabulators were placed in a separate secure box for later processing. However, the documentary highlights that the 'Door Three' process was not without its challenges. Concerns were raised about the security and accuracy of handling these ballots, as they required additional steps for counting and verification, separate from the standard procedure.
Addressing the Issues and Moving Forward
The documentary suggests that better pre-election testing and maintenance of the printers could have mitigated these issues. In response to the challenges faced, election officials and workers had to adapt quickly, employing manual processes and directing voters to alternative solutions. Going forward, the film underscores the need for more robust and reliable election technology, comprehensive testing protocols, and clear backup procedures to ensure that such issues do not compromise the integrity and smooth functioning of future elections.