Electronic Voting in 2018 - Threat or Menace

This course explores the issues around voting in the United States from inquiries of fairness, privacy, and security. It begins by discussing the landmark Supreme Court case, which established the principle of one person, one vote. Moving forward, the course investigates recent technological developments, such as computerized voting machines and software, and their potential vulnerabilities to interference. It examines the now infamous recount of 2000 US presidential election and the debates that ensued. The course also emphasizes the importance of audits and software independence, so that votes can be faithfully tallied. Finally, the class covers the Secure Elections Act, and outlines how states, county, and local governments can ensure secure votes.