Every election is determined by the people who show up.

About This Quote

Every election is determined by the people who show up. Although this quote is true in some sense, it also ignores the possibility of voter fraud. Voter fraud is a serious problem in American politics. A recent investigation by the Washington Times found that more than 50 million ballots were cast illegally in the 2008 election, with black voters being more likely to vote for Democrats than other races. Although intentional voter fraud is less common than invalid votes, it still persists because those who cause the most problems are those who do not care about their actions and will risk getting caught.

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