The Georgia State Election Board has been embroiled in controversy as three Republican members have been pushing through changes to election procedures leading up to the presidential election. These changes, which include passing nine new rules since the summer, have caused disagreements within the board, with Chair David Ferré often feeling undermined by the Trump-aligned faction.
The disagreements have been on display during packed meetings where voting machine critics, paper ballot supporters, election fraud believers, and Trump backers have clashed. The latest rule change proposed by the Trump-aligned members would implement a hand-counting process that Ferré believes could delay results and fuel voter skepticism.
The infighting among board members has escalated, with accusations of character assassination and ulterior motives flying between Republican and Democratic appointees. The tensions have been exacerbated by public attacks on each other’s professionalism and conduct during meetings.
Despite the challenges, Ferré remains committed to ensuring a free, fair, and honest election for Georgia voters. He believes in fighting for equity and doing the right thing, even in the face of adversity. As the election approaches, Ferré is dedicated to seeing the board navigate through these contentious times and serve the voters of Georgia to the best of their ability.
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