Alabama’s elections are some of the most secure and well-run in the country. Our probate judges, circuit clerks, and county election officials take their work seriously. They are neighbors, veterans, and public servants who understand that trust in our elections is something you have to earn – and protect – every single day.

But the challenges they face are changing fast. Today’s threats are not just technical glitches or staffing shortages. They include sophisticated cyberattacks from hostile nations and cyber criminals, and these entities want to exploit weaknesses and undermine confidence in our democracy.

They know they do not have to break the system to shake people’s faith in it. That is why preparation matters. And preparation takes resources.

Local officials are stretching limit

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