Authorities say reports from polling places about disturbances due to voters trying to cut in line are increasing, reflecting a worrying trend of hostile behavior targeting election officials.
Election officials emphasize that despite these incidents, they firmly believe that it is safe to vote in the upcoming presidential race, urging the community to participate in the electoral process.
Experts in extremism warn that violence aimed at the voting process serves to instill fear, which can ultimately discourage voter turnout and undermine democracy.
The incident involving Daniel Schmidt underscores the rising tensions surrounding voting in the US, highlighting a concerning pattern of aggression that election judges are facing in their duties.
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