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Election officials weigh in on paper vs. electronic ballots

During this election, early and absentee voting are expected to reach record levels, with mail-in ballots drawing significant attention as a result. President Trump has repeatedly claimed, without evidence, that voting by mail is not safe or reliable -- but what do election experts say is the best method? Miles O’Brien reports on the security of paper ballots compared to older voting machines.

Election officials weigh in on paper vs. electronic ballots

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