States Are Learning From Vote-By-Mail Issues During 2020 Primaries

The 2020 primaries saw a significant rise in mail voting, with states like Nebraska, Ohio, and Rhode Island experiencing the largest increases. While mail voting increased participation, it also presented challenges such as overwhelmed systems and misinformation. States are implementing solutions like USPS barcodes and legislative changes to improve the process. Looking ahead, states are preparing for the general election with measures like automatic mail ballot distribution in California.

What was the percentage increase in mail voting during the 2020 primaries?

• From 6% to 60%

• From 10% to 50%

• From 15% to 70%

• From 20% to 80%

Which states experienced the largest increase in mail voting?

• California, Texas, and Florida

• Nebraska, Ohio, and Rhode Island

• New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania

• Georgia, Michigan, and Arizona

What was one of the main challenges faced by Wisconsin during the mail voting process?

• Technical issues with electronic voting

• Insufficient polling stations

• Absentee ballots not arriving on time

• Lack of voter registration

What technology did Wisconsin implement to improve mail voting?

• USPS Intelligent Mail barcodes

• Online voting portals

• Blockchain-based voting

• Biometric verification systems

What legislative change did California make for the November 2020 election?

• Increased polling stations

• Automatic mail ballot distribution

• Extended voting hours

• Mandatory voter ID laws