To make a selection of an individual not listed on the ballot. In some jurisdictions, voters may do this by using a marking device to physically write their choice on the ballot or they may use a keypad, touch screen, or other electronic means to enter the name.
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To make a selection of an individual not listed on the ballot. In some jurisdictions, voters may do this by using a marking device to physically write their choice on the ballot or they may use a keypad, touch screen, or other electronic means to enter the name.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Write In Voting. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/write-in-voting
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