LENTE urges Comelec to extend voting hours amid VCM issues

Updated Tue, May 10, 2022 at 4:20 AM Published Mon, May 9, 2022 at 9:49 PM

The Legal Network for Truthful Elections (LENTE) called on the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to extend voting hours due to long queues and malfunctioning vote counting machines (VCMs).

LENTE believes that the persistent queues nationwide demonstrate the public's willingness to vote, which should be accommodated.

The group highlighted several issues beyond voters' control, including VCM malfunctions, COVID-19 protocols causing bottlenecks, unfamiliarity of poll workers with pandemic election procedures, and a record number of new registrants.

It also urged the Comelec to investigate and explain the reasons behind the VCM breakdowns and identify any patterns.

LENTE demands accountability and transparency from the Comelec to ensure inclusivity in future elections.

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