Thread by @PoliEcon

Despite partisan fears and claims by the WH, research suggests neither party gains an advantage with voting by mail. I voted by mail (absentee) for years in California and all-mail elections work well here in Colorado. Pass the #VoteSafeAct
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There are two kinds of mail balloting systems: universal vote by mail and absentee balloting. In 2016, nearly one-quarter of U.S. votes were cast by mail. 34 states plus DC allow voters to request absentee ballots. Elections can be safe even during this pandemic. #VoteSafeAct .

There is no evidence that mail ballots increase electoral fraud. Several anti-fraud protections are built into the process. Those who abuse mail ballots can be charged with election fraud and face fines or prison time. #VoteSafeAct

Mail balloting is popular with voters because we don’t have to stand in line to cast ballots and we can vote at our convenience in the weeks leading up to election day. That reform saves us time and, at a time of a major pandemic, protects our health. #VoteSafeAct

I didn’t start this thread until National Vote By Mail Day was over but if you need motivation to request your mail-in ballot, fill it out and mail it early, read this: #VoteSafeAct
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