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How should Pennsylvania handle early voting?

Now that the presidential election is over, Pennsylvania officials are looking ahead to 2012, and whether they should introduce early voting in the state. The practice is a means of coping with high voter turnout, easing the congestion of long lines and making it easier to vote for many busy Americans. Nationally, 32 other states allow citizens to cast their vote early without needing an excuse, according to an Evening Sun report. Additionally, three states allow early voting under certain conditions. State Rep. Eugene DePasquale of York County believes that Pennsylvania should join the majority of other states in the country, and plans to introduce a bill in the state legislature for allowing early voting. However, some state officials are opposed to it. They say allowing it would mean amending the state Constitution - a complex process - or that it could open the door to voter fraud. Others are simply traditionalists who argue that voting should be a one-day deal. Should Pennsylvania adopt early voting practices in future elections? What do you think are the biggest advantages of letting voters cast their ballots before Election Day? Are voter fraud and constitutional complexities both valid concerns? Join the discussion!

 
If we adopt this way of voting then I believe that things will become more complicated and recounting votes will happen constantly. My view on this is if it isnt broke then don't fix it.
Nicole D., Northeast High School, Philadelphia
 
 

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