An electoral outcome that differs from the outcome that would be found by a full manual tabulation of the votes on all ballots validly cast in the election. ("Outcome" refers to the consequence of the election -- for instance, who takes office -- not to the exact Vote Count.)
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An electoral outcome that differs from the outcome that would be found by a full manual tabulation of the votes on all ballots validly cast in the election. ("Outcome" refers to the consequence of the election -- for instance, who takes office -- not to the exact Vote Count.)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Incorrect Outcome. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/incorrect-outcome
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