This lead graphic in this NY Times article about the
PEW Voting Study is going to raise a real STINK in Oregon...
NY Times
By ADAM LIPTAK
Published: February 5, 2013
Lost Votes, Problem Ballots, Long Waits? Flaws Are Widespread, Study Finds
Quote:
WASHINGTON — The flaws in the American election system are deep and widespread,
extending beyond isolated voting issues in a few locations and flaring up in states rich and poor,
according to a major new study from the Pew Charitable Trusts.
The group ranked all 50 states based on more than 15 criteria, including wait times,
lost votes and problems with absentee and provisional ballots,
and the order often confounds the conventional wisdom.
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From this graphic , you would think Oregon is dead last in all parameters.
But in fact, Oregon is in the top 4, 5, or 6 of all the (pct) parameters presented.
The Oregon Sec of State will certainly have a letter off to PEW shortly...