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Port Voters Weigh in on New Voting Machines

Have you gotten used to them yet?

Port Washington voters headed to the polls this week, voting via the electronic machines introduced in 2010.

Many had used the voting machines last year, but still asked questions Tuesday, ensuring that they filled out their ballots correctly so that their vote counted. 

“A lot of people asked for help with the new machines,” said Chris Senior, a poll worker at at .

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Martha Sayles of Sands Point spoke her mind about her experience.

“I hate the new machines," she said. "As an older woman whose been voting for years and being use to levers, I needed assistance.”

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”Personally I preferred the levers," Jane Christie said. "Not everyone is updated when it comes to technology. I believe we should have a choice in what we use to vote.”

“I think it’s better," said another voter. "It’s easier to use. I had no problems.” 

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