Activists question accuracy of optical vote-scan machines

[dave502d]

CONCORD, N.H. -- New Hampshire, home of the first state presidential primary, is about to become a test case for the accuracy of optical scan vote-counting machines -- thanks to third-party presidential candidate Ralph Nader.

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Nader has asked for a recount in 11 precincts that use Diebold Inc.'s Accuvote optical scanning machines. Based on the results, his campaign could ask for recounts in other states, spokesman Kevin Zeese said Monday.

Nader doesn't expect to change the outcome: In New Hampshire, Democrat John Kerry defeated President Bush, 50 percent to 49 percent, while Nader got less than 1 percent.

http://www.boston.com/news/politics/president/nader/articles/2004/11/15/activists_question_accuracy_of_optical_vote_scan_machines/