Federal Judge Denies Florida Voter Registration Extension

Federal Judge Denies Florida Voter Registration Extension

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The transcript discusses the extension of the state's voter registration deadline, which was reopened for seven hours, allowing around 50,000 people to register. A judge described the decision as a close call, acknowledging that many were unable to register due to time constraints. He emphasized that preventing chaos was more important than the burden on voting rights.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action was taken regarding the state's voter registration deadline?

It was shortened by a day.

It was extended for seven hours.

It remained unchanged.

It was canceled.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people registered during the extended period?

100,000

10,000

25,000

50,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the judge's stance on the decision to extend the registration deadline?

He was against the extension.

He was indifferent to the decision.

He believed it was a close call.

He thought it was an easy decision.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the judge prioritize over the burden on voting rights?

Increasing voter turnout

Improving technology

Preventing chaos

Reducing costs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the judge acknowledge that some people might have been unable to register?

They were unaware of the extension.

They faced technical issues.

They didn't have enough time to access the system.

They were not interested in voting.