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The Evolution of Voting Systems in the United States

This chapter explores the development of voting systems in the United States, discussing the issues with early methods, the introduction of paper ballots, and the adoption of the Australian ballot to enhance privacy and security. It also examines the decentralized nature of elections and the variation in procedures across different counties.

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