Wisconsin Judge Says 234K Voters Should Be Purged From Rolls

Wisconsin Judge Says 234K Voters Should Be Purged From Rolls

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In Wisconsin, the State Elections Commission aimed to remove voters believed to have moved. A lawsuit by the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty argued for an earlier purge, which a judge supported. The decision is under appeal, with concerns about confusion before the election. Democrats fear losing voters, while Republicans worry about voter fraud. The case could affect the 2020 presidential election, as Trump won Wisconsin by a narrow margin in 2016.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the State Elections Commission take regarding voters who may have moved?

They held a public meeting.

They immediately removed voters from the rolls.

They sent a letter to voters.

They increased voter registration fees.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main argument of the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty in their lawsuit?

The Commission should send another letter.

The Commission should increase voter registration.

The Commission should remove voters much sooner.

The Commission should wait until 2021 to remove voters.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected response of the Elections Commission to the judge's decision?

To ignore the ruling.

To appeal the decision.

To hold a press conference.

To comply immediately.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are Democrats concerned about the voter roll purge?

They fear it will disproportionately affect their voters.

They worry it will lead to more voter fraud.

They believe it will increase voter turnout.

They think it will reduce election costs.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Republican concern regarding the voter roll issue?

It will delay the election process.

It will increase the risk of voter fraud.

It will cause confusion among voters.

It will lead to increased voter turnout.