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Election 2016

The Mechanics Of Voting In Harris County

Andrew Schneider

Posted on November 7, 2016 · The county’s election system has multiple safeguards, designed to deal with threats ranging from software glitches to fire. Tomorrow, it’s all put to the test.

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Harris County Clerk Reassures Voters About Ballot Integrity

Ed Mayberry

Posted on October 6, 2016 · Harris County's chief election official says layers of checks and balances help ensure the integrity of the voting process.

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Could a Supreme Court decision striking down Alabama’s congressional maps lead to the same thing in Texas?

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Voting rights in Texas (June 9, 2023)

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