Judge: All TN Voters Should Be Allowed To Vote By Mail Due To Virus

Judge: All TN Voters Should Be Allowed To Vote By Mail Due To Virus

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The transcript discusses the option to vote by mail during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on a judge's ruling in Tennessee that limiting mail voting is an unreasonable burden on voting rights. The state is concerned about the cost of expanding mail voting for the presidential election and plans to appeal the decision. Despite President Trump's opposition, some states have relaxed mail voting restrictions, with a Texas federal judge allowing wider mail voting access.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason the judge ruled against limiting mail-in voting during the pandemic?

It was not popular among voters.

It would burden the fundamental right to vote.

It was too expensive to implement.

It was against federal law.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is typically allowed to vote by mail according to Tennessee's election code?

All registered voters.

Only those with disabilities or over 65.

Residents of rural areas.

Anyone who requests it.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern did Tennessee raise about expanding mail-in voting?

It would require new legislation.

It would delay election results.

It would be too expensive.

It would lead to voter fraud.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What stance has President Trump taken regarding mail-in voting?

He has not commented on it.

He opposes expanding it.

He is neutral on the issue.

He supports expanding it.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did a Texas federal judge decide regarding mail-in voting?

To leave it unchanged.

To postpone the decision.

To restrict it further.

To allow it widely.

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