Greens and Libertarians Demand Ohio Recount
In a move that could actually alter the current election situation, the Green and Libertarian Parties are demanding a recount in Ohio. As losing candidates, Cobb and Badnarik have the right to do this. The implications are significant, as this will count every vote, not just those that are machine-readable. Also, various discrepancies might have a chance to bubble to the surface under a recount. The Green Party has a press release.
“Due to widespread reports of irregularities in the Ohio voting process, we are compelled to demand a recount of the Ohio presidential vote. Voting is the heart of the democratic process in which we as a nation put our faith. When people stand in line for hours to exercise their right to vote, they need to know that all votes will be counted fairly and accurately. We must protect the rights of the people of Ohio, as well as all Americans, and stand up for the right to vote and the right for people’s votes to be counted. The integrity of the democratic process is at stake,” the two candidates said in a joint statement.
I just donated $25 to the Green Party to contribute to the recount – and you should too. Go here to make a donation. They take credit cards and PayPal.