As large numbers of people sign up in Knox County to vote, the county is also exploring a new way for people to vote
Called "Anywhere voting," this process allows any voter to vote at any precinct. It will also reduce the number of polling places and that moves saves on the number of people needed to run an election, according to Greg Mackay, administrator of elections. The test program will reportedly be run with money from the state and the Pew Charitable Trusts.
"It is time to change an antiquated, complicated and outmoded system. If you were designing a voting system from scratch you would not make Knox County voters go to one of 96 places in order to vote. We can make it easier and less confusing for citizens to vote. We can make it easier and more efficient to administer elections," Mackay said.
- Jim Grinstead
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