Pennsylvania Court Throws Out Ruling Requiring Misdated Ballots to Count

 The Pennsylvania Supreme Court's ruling that undated and misdated mail-in ballots cannot be counted has significant implications for future elections. This decision emphasizes that ballots must strictly comply with the technical requirements set by the state’s election law. The issue of undated or improperly dated mail-in ballots has been contentious, especially in close races, where every vote can make a difference. 

Supporters of the ruling argue that it's important to uphold election integrity by enforcing clear rules and preventing any ambiguity around ballots. They believe that allowing undated or misdated ballots could open the door to fraud or errors that could undermine public trust in the electoral process.

Critics, however, contend that this decision could disenfranchise voters who may have made minor errors when submitting their mail-in ballots, especially if the ballots were otherwise legitimate and submitted on time. This concern is especially relevant given the increasing reliance on mail-in voting.

This ruling could affect future elections in Pennsylvania, as voters will need to be more diligent in ensuring their ballots are properly completed to ensure their votes count.

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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/13/us/pennsylvania-ballots-ruling.html