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relayerbob

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1. There needs to be some mix

Reply to Atticus (Original post)

Wed Nov 4, 2020, 06:13 PM

Nov 2020

If Trump had total control over the federal election process, we wouldn't be having these discussions now. I used to think Feds ought to run Federal elections, but now, not so much. I do think that there should be Federal minimum standards that all states must adhere to, including many of those you have suggested.

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Some of those who oppose a federal statute to standardize how federal elections are [View all] Atticus Nov 2020 OP

There needs to be some mix relayerbob Nov 2020 #1

Not federally run genxlib Nov 2020 #4

Agreed, there need to be minimum standards Salviati Nov 2020 #6

I'll add to your list genxlib Nov 2020 #2

And how about renaming it Election Week SomedayKindaLove Nov 2020 #3

Sorry, I don't agree. There should be a nationwide standard for all elections. GoneOffShore Nov 2020 #5

I may be experiencing intercranial flatulence but, as I understand your post, you agree with me. Atticus Nov 2020 #7

It's late here- 23:30 CET - There's been some wine. GoneOffShore Nov 2020 #8

Thanks for the response. Take care of yourself, as in "sleep!" Atticus Nov 2020 #9

Soon. And tomorrow will be a recovery day. GoneOffShore Nov 2020 #10