This paper is a short theoretical approach of electronic voting. It explains types of electronic voting such as online and offline electronic voting that are used nowadays and procedures followed by the voters in this process. By explaining step by step the process of the electronic voting, this paper aims to poin out how secure is electronic voting. What are the advantages of electronic voting and why should we use it ? I. Introduction Electronic voting system is that kind of system in which all
The Security of Electronic Voting To this date, a lot of controversy exists surrounding electronic voting in all its forms. During elections employing electronic voting, sometimes mysteriously votes get deducted. Or even added. Bannet et al. [1] show that these machines can, with reasonable effort, be tampered with to do exactly what an adversary wants them to do. On the other hand, Clarkson et al. [2] worked hard on creating a system that tries to defend itself from these attacks. However, they
Introduction: Electronic voting machine has now become an effective tool for voting. It mainly ensures flawless voting and thus has become a more widespread. Also those kinds of machines make human effort less and they are more economical. It is also free and very comfort in the part of voter. Electronic voting which is otherwise known as e-voting, used by electronic systems for representing and counting votes. Voting machines are in total combinations of mechanical, electromechanical or electronic parts
There is no doubt that, with time, many things in our society changes. One of those changes is how we have begun to process voting. Electronic voting machines (EVMs) are one of the many technological steps we, as a country, have taken. This change to how we contribute to our democratic system will allow an increase of accessiblity and ease among citizens, along with a more secure system. Voters with physical disabilities or voters who speak a different language can use the EVMs with ease and the
I believe that a move towards electric voting will be beneficial to the democrat process of this country. Since the use of new media has become such an essential part in a candidate’s political campaign, transitioning to electronic voting would be another step into utilizing the benefits of new media. With politics gravitating towards getting the full benefits of new media, electronic voting would be another way to engage more voters. Additionally, due to political candidates utilizing the benefits
Voting is a right, a privilege meant for United States citizens to have a voice in the election of their country's next leader. Voters should make informed decisions, not letting peer pressure or intimidation sway them. Their choice very well could determine the course of America's future and the part it will play in this world's history, and the ability to make that choice should not be taken for granted. In the past citizens were able to choose their candidate by going to a previously appointed
THE VOTING AGE How did the senators and the mayors of each state rose to their power? It all came from the power of the citizens, and that is to vote. Voting is one of the rights given to us from the law. In the course of history, several reforms were made about the age limit of voting until it was limited to eighteen years of age. However, there has been a lot of arguments recently about lowering the voting age further to sixteen. According to the first article, the voting age should be
have stood behind at least one of these six key reasons: 1. The Internet lowers the entry barriers to political participation. 2. It strengthens political dialogue. 3. It creates community. 4. It cannot be controlled by government. 5. It increases voting participation. 6. It permits closer communication with officials. Sounds pretty good right? Well, unfortunately, not all of those points are in sync with reality and others don’t take into account the future. 1.) The Internet lowers the entry barriers
couldn't care less about who represents them on any level (Reflector). Although the majority of young Americans have particular views on nearly every issue at hand, they are becoming increasingly apathetic when it boils down to going to the polls and voting. This apathy may be due, in part, to the fact that a number of students think politicians seldom listen to their ideas and opinions. Because they feel ignored, some students are reluctant to vote, and although they may not realize it, their lack of
with a system of electronic voting that could accurately and clearly show who the majority of the population voted for. But I also think that some sort of requirements to vote should be enacted. Education plays a big role in politics and I feel as though there are people who just vote to be voting with no kind of background knowledge. As bad as it sounds I feel like it could narrow a better decision being made than smaller, less developed states being “mind controlled” into voting for
party with a candidate selects a number of men and women to be an electorate. All of the electorates then proceed to state who they will vote for. Most states will have all of their votes go to one candidate or the other in order to strengthen the voting power of the state. A candidate must win a majority of the electoral votes in order to become President. According to the Constitution, "No Senator or Representative, or Person holding an Office of Trust or Profit under the United States, shall be
individual in our country so, of course, citizens must take the election process very seriously. Yet, how much influence do the voters of this democratic nation truly have on such an important decision? Unfortunately, many people are unaware of a voting process that takes place during each election. This process does not necessarily include the citizens of the United States and is known as Electoral College. It is the Electoral College that impedes on our nation’s democratic presidential election
dissatisfaction and unconcerning attitude towards politics from America's citizens. The main cause for this public attitude in current voting is the news media. What better place is there to display all the events of pre-election activities? The first and most effective discouragement to voting is exit polls that predict the outcome of an election or in modern terms "electronic forecasting." Exit polling on or before Election Day has become the predominant method used by mass media in American politics
This happens when the percentage of states with more electoral votes is greater than the population percentage of population voting for a candidate. “It has happened at least four times out of the 56 presidential elections, or more than 7 percent of the time, which is not such a small percentage, and it created a hideous mess every time,” said Minnpost. Another issue outlined
On October 29th Saturday, I participated in a volunteer opportunity with the democratic campaign. The office had more than 20 people, some of them were making phone calls. I received a package with a map, a list of people’s name, address, and other basic information about the person. My duty was knocking those people’s doors and ask them “who are you going to vote?” “Do you have any things that you want to say about the society?” I do not have a car so they assigned me to the place which is located
and information for public-sector agencies and citizens. For example, digital democracy allowed for the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles to allow government records to be digitally signed, legally certified and delivered electronically by using Electronic Postmark technology in 2004. (citation) It is widely known that many Americans have heavy complaints about waiting in lines to take care of government business, particularly when it comes to the Department of Motor Vehicles. Digital democracy would
in favor of one side, a trial can be sped up or delayed, or a compliant can be dismissed. This goes against the very purpose of the judiciary:ensuring fairness in the legal process. Politicians can also interfere with the appointment of judges,by voting in their cronies,to create loopholes for committing corruption. Court personnel should be accorded adequate remuneration,commensurate with experience and expertise,this will discourage them from taking bribes. Additionally, an independent body,should
association, as part of a group, or in a community is likely to result in an embellish sense of efficiency, which will in turn, encourages further citizen participation. Most predominant systems of government, citizens are allowed to participate only by voting once in several years. This in one way or the other separate politicians from their electors. Lack of ability and corrupt politicians are not rare and vital decisions are made behind the scenes from the knowledge of most citizens. In developed and
into the Internet in their search for convenience and expedience. One service that offers both of these values, and more, is online voting. However, it is not as simple as point and click. Studies show an inequality in the ability to access the Internet across socioeconomic class and race. This Digital Divide is a major concern in the development of an online voting system, and authors of this new technology must take care not to let these existing inequalities compromise democracy. This paper
regarding the political system of a country and a young person who is just an amateur will have significant differences of political attitudes and political efficacy. So attitudes and experiences also affect the political efficacy and ultimately the voting behaviors of the individuals (Sheerin and Celia Anne, 2007). Mass Media is one of the tools to build these attitudes and political