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Behind-the-scenes with election poll officials

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Every polling place is run by trained poll officials who make sure voters can efficiently and easily cast their vote. Today, we speak with poll officials as well as the administrator of elections for the Davidson Country Election Commission to learn what goes into working at a polling station and how polling officials keep our elections fair, safe and secure. Plus, our guests will answer some of the most common questions about voting.

GUESTS:

  • Jeff Roberts, Administrator of Elections, Davidson County
  • Christiev Alphin, Poll Official 
  • Mark Blankenship, Poll Official

    Further Reading:

    • Check your voter registration, find sample ballots and confirm your polling place through the Election Commission of Davidson County
    • WPLN | Full election coverage including voter guides
    • Nashville Banner | Here’s What it Takes to Be a Poll Worker for Nashville’s Elections
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