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Ballot Quote by Harlan F. Stone

“The right to participate in the choice of representatives for Congress includes, as we have said, the right to cast a ballot and to have it counted at the general election whether for the successful candidate or not.” quote by Harlan F. Stone
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“The right to participate in the choice of representatives for Congress includes, as we have said, the right to cast a ballot and to have it counted at the general election whether for the successful candidate or not.”

Harlan F. Stone

About This Quote

Source Speech: Supreme Court Opinion, United States v. United States, 1955

The quote affirms that voting rights include both casting a ballot and ensuring it is counted, regardless of the outcome.

In simple terms: Voting means casting and counting a ballot.

Key Takeaway

Protect every vote.

Themes

democracy rights citizenship

Mood

serious determined

Type

legal political

When to use this quote

  • elections
  • civil rights advocacy
  • policy reform
  • public education

Key Concepts

civic participation electoral integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we ensure all votes are counted accurately?
  • What safeguards protect ballot integrity?
A Different Perspective

Counting votes can be hindered by disenfranchisement or fraud.

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