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    Digital Voting Takes the Lead in Moscow’s Upcoming Elections Amid Fraud Concerns

    BRICS+ News ServicesBy BRICS+ News ServicesJuly 5, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read
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    Moscow Shifts to Online Voting Amid Growing Concerns Over Electoral Integrity

    In a significant move for the upcoming Moscow City Duma elections scheduled from September 6 to 8, Moscow’s election officials have decided to eliminate paper ballots in favor of online voting. The Moscow election commission voted 12-1 to make electronic voting the primary method for casting votes, with paper ballots available only by request through September 2. This decision, reported by Interfax, is raising considerable concerns about the transparency and reliability of the electoral process.

    The Shift to Digital

    Since its introduction in 2020, online voting has been touted by Russian officials as a more convenient and modern method of casting ballots. Dmitry Reutov, deputy of the election commission, claimed that the "overwhelming majority" of voters prefer this system. He further noted the ease of the new process compared to prior years, indicating a shift from requiring an application for remote voting to now mandating one only if a paper ballot is desired.

    However, the move to digital ballots isn’t without controversy. Numerous watchdog groups and researchers have voiced concerns that Russia’s online voting system lacks transparency, making it susceptible to fraud and undermining the integrity of the electoral process.

    Intimidation Allegations

    In addition to transparency issues, there’s a troubling history of state employees alleging coercion to vote online. The digital voting system was first instituted in 2020, and ever since, there have been persistent claims of intimidation, suggesting that the shift to online voting may not fully reflect the democratic will of Moscow’s citizens.

    Background and Context

    The shift comes at a time of increasing scrutiny on Russia’s electoral practices. In recent years, the Russian government has faced significant criticism for its handling of elections and treatment of journalists. The case of The Moscow Times, an independent news outlet unjustly branded as a "foreign agent" by the Russian government, illustrates the broader challenges faced by independent media and civic organizations in the country.

    The designation of foreign agent status is widely seen as an attempt to stifle independent voices and limit the free flow of information, further complicating the landscape in which these elections occur.

    What This Means for Russia

    The removal of paper ballots in favor of online voting could signal a more streamlined, but potentially less transparent, electoral process. While some may welcome the convenience, the underlying criticisms and concerns about the integrity and fairness of elections in Russia remain unaddressed.

    For more information on this story and ongoing developments in Russia’s political landscape, readers are encouraged to stay updated with reliable news sources and support independent journalism that continues to uphold the principles of accuracy and fairness.

    For official information, you can visit the Moscow City Duma website.

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