Pennsylvania Supreme Court Blocks Counting of Undated Mail-in Ballots

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Blocks Counting of Undated Mail-in Ballots
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The Spin

Republican narrative

This is a crucial victory for election integrity and proper adherence to state law. Democratic county officials attempting to count illegal ballots were deliberately violating clear court precedent and election code requirements because of a result they didn't like. This ensures that only properly completed ballots will be counted.

Democratic narrative

The date requirement on mail-in ballot envelopes serves no material purpose and is just another form of Republican voter suppression. The technical requirement does not indicate voter ineligibility or ballot illegitimacy — throwing out these votes over minor clerical errors undermines democratic participation.


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