The Western Australian opposition is calling for an inquiry into the state's Electoral Commission following widespread issues during the recent election.
Reports indicate that polling stations ran out of ballot papers, experienced long queues, and faced delays in vote counting. Nationals leader Shane Love has demanded the suspension of Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy, citing concerns that some voters may have been disenfranchised. The opposition also claims that outsourcing election processes contributed to the failures.
A parliamentary inquiry is being sought to investigate the extent of the irregularities and ensure accountability.
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This is exactly why we need to properly fund and support our electoral systems instead of outsourcing critical functions to private companies that prioritize cost-cutting over democracy. Every voter should be able to cast their ballot without facing ridiculous delays or missing out completely due to incompetence. Instead of playing political games, the focus should be on fixing these issues to ensure fair and accessible elections for everyone.
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Opposition calls for inquiry into WA Commission ‘outsourcing’ election
Beyond reports of ballot papers running out, long lines and slow counts, the opposition says further irregularities with Saturday’s election are emerging.
Yet another example of why government-run elections are a mess—imagine if the free market handled this instead!
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