Voting
Coverage of Voting in the Nexus archive.
- Seattle Times letters roundup, July 26, 2026
The article discusses the author's experience as a ballot observer in King County, highlighting the checks and balances in the election process that ensure voter counts are accurate. It also notes the issue of low voter turnout, despite voting being a key responsibility in a democracy.
- In Puna, It Takes Years To Get A Mail Box At The Post Office
In Puna, the fastest growing part of Hawai‘i, a post office box shortage has created challenges for residents accessing mail, voting, online shopping, and sending packages. The shortage delays access to important paperwork and essential services in this rapidly expanding region.
- WA stands its ground against threats to voting; here’s what we all can do
Washington State resists threats to voting rights, urging voters to ensure ballots are correctly marked and submitted early to protect their voting rights. The article emphasizes collective action to safeguard electoral processes.
- Are Hawaiʻi’s Elections Safe From Donald Trump?
The article states that Donald Trump and his associates are attempting to limit voting nationally but are failing to do so. It references concerns about the safety of Hawaiʻi’s elections in this context.
- Please Vote. Because Every Vote Really Does Count
The article emphasizes the importance of voting, stating that every vote counts and it is a duty to select future leaders even when ballot choices are not ideal.
- As ballots go out, what to know about voting in Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary
Michigan's 2026 primary election is scheduled for August 4, with voters having multiple options to cast ballots before the date.
- LA City Council takes major step toward letting non citizens vote
The LA City Council has taken a major step toward allowing noncitizens to vote in city and school board elections. Voters may soon decide on this potential change.
- Social media ban reveals Starmer’s coherence problem
A social media ban is highlighted as exposing a coherence issue related to Starmer. The article argues that if 16-year-olds are deemed old enough to vote, they should also have the same access to information as adults.
- When to Expect Results in Maine, Nevada and Beyond
The article discusses when to expect election results in Maine, Nevada, and other regions. People in Portland, Maine, checked in to vote on Tuesday.
- LA voting debacle reflects a democracy in crisis
The article highlights a voting issue in Los Angeles that has drawn attention from half of America, evoking a sense of déjà vu as votes are counted. It frames the situation as a reflection of broader concerns about democracy.
- Barabak: Not too early, not too late. Here's the sweet spot for voting in California
California voters must decide when to return mail-in ballots to balance responding to late-breaking events while ensuring their votes are counted on time. The article emphasizes the timing challenge to avoid ballots arriving too late.
- Peru extends voting for president into Monday after chaos at polling stations
Peru extended voting for its presidential election into Monday due to chaos at polling stations caused by a lack of ballot papers and defective computers. The delay means voters will wait until the end of Monday to determine the result, with Keiko Fujimori appearing to lead in the initial counts.