"In America, it is vital that every vote count and that every vote be counted." John Kerry, concession speech of November 3, 2004. (1)
"Be it further resolved that: The Democratic Party of the United States recognizes the right to vote as the most fundamental of all rights in our democracy. And no duty of the Party is more important than protecting the sanctity of this right." Resolution passed by the 1984 Democratic National Convention.
"It is to be expected that a voter ...