Former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams expressed concerns over a recent rule passed by the state's election board that mandates hand-counting of ballots, labeling it as a potential source of chaos. The rule, passed with a 3-2 vote, requires counties to manually count the number of ballots cast at polling places on Election Day.
Abrams, a former Georgia congresswoman, criticized the decision, stating that the state's large population and voting numbers could lead to chaos in the electoral process. She suggested that the rule was intentionally designed to sow confusion and undermine trust in the election system.
The passage of the rule, supported by three allies of former President Donald Trump, has faced bipartisan objections from election officials and poll workers. Despite concerns raised by various stakeholders, the decision to implement hand-counting remains in effect.
Abrams further warned that the rule could complicate the work of poll workers during the upcoming November elections, potentially hindering their ability to accurately report election results. She emphasized that the primary goal of any election process should be to provide transparency and clarity to voters.
The controversy surrounding the rule highlights ongoing tensions and debates over election procedures and integrity in Georgia. As the state prepares for future elections, the impact of this decision on voter confidence and the electoral process remains a subject of significant concern.
