Texas ranks 46th in the nation for voter access, making it one of the hardest states to vote in. Dallas County has been working to increase accessibility, but there is only so much local officials can do.
Early voting starts in three weeks, and election offices across the state are still dealing with the fallout from the 2020 election. North Texas election officials say they are ready for the midterms and have plans in place to address issues that have bogged down preparations.
Voters report delays, closures at Election Day polling sites in Dallas
Dallas County Elections staff confirm problems in at least six voting locations in Dallas. Sites were temporarily closed or opened hours later than expected. Author: Demond Fernandez Updated: 10:03 PM CDT May 3, 2021
DALLAS Members of the community are calling for a review and investigation of problems that lead to delays at several polling sites in Dallas County on Election Day Saturday.
Some voters reported they were turned away from polling sites due to broken machines and other issues.
”What really happened here,” asked Evan Jones, president of Queen City Neighborhood Association in South Dallas.