Florida Voters Consider Amendment 1 for School Boards

Florida voters are considering Amendment 1, which would shift school board elections from nonpartisan to partisan starting in 2026. Proponents, including Republican lawmakers, argue that party labels will enhance transparency, while critics, such as Rep. Anna Eskamani, claim it will consolidate Republican power and increase political polarization. The amendment follows recent controversies in school boards, including debates over COVID-19 mandates and book restrictions. In Candler County, Georgia, election officials confirmed that a typographical error on ballots does not affect the accuracy of votes cast in the presidential race. Meanwhile, in Arizona, over 200,000 voters face potential eligibility issues due to a long-standing glitch in the voter registration database, despite assurances from the Secretary of State that affected voters can still cast ballots. Legal challenges are ongoing regarding the release of information related to these voters, highlighting concerns over safety and harassment.