Bases Quote by DeForest Soaries
“We have no basis for having a recall of any particular type of voting equipment because there are no standards. And when we do have standards, even these standards are required to be voluntary.”
About This Quote
Lack of standardized voting equipment leads to reliance on voluntary standards, limiting uniformity.
In simple terms: No standards, voluntary rules.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for mandatory standards.
Themes
elections
standards
policy
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
policy
technical
When to use this quote
- government procurement
- election administration
- policy reform
- technology adoption
Key Concepts
regulation
public trust
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives ensure compliance?
- How to enforce standards without stifling innovation?
A Different Perspective
Voluntary standards may be ignored.
