One of the largest concerns of the Oregon Voter’s Rights Coalition is the lack of independent testing and review of the state’s voting systems. When trying to raise their concerns with John Lindback, Oregon’s Director of Elections, he assured the group that he is confident in the voting systems used. 

But last Fall, Ohio did something different. Their Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner commissioned Project EVEREST: a comprehensive security review of the electronic voting technology used in her state. 

Marjorie Cohn, President of the National Lawyers Guild, on constitutional issues and the election. She says the candidates have not adequately explained why the future of the Supreme Court is an important election issue. She says the issues of choice, affirmative action and national security are examples of important issues that will be affected by a new Supreme Court.

KBOO volunteer Chloe Brown asked Portlanders for their opinions on Oregon Ballot Measures 57 and 61.

57 increases sentences for drug trafficking, theft against elderly and specified repeat property and identity theft crimes; requires addiction treatment for certain offenders.

Last evening, Portland's jubilant Obama supporters celebrated their win with dancing in the streets. 

Here's how it sounded