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A vote by voice is the regular method of voting on any motion that does not require more than a majority vote for its adoption. In taking a voice vote, the chair puts the question by saying, "The question is on the adoption of the motion to [or "that"] ... [repeating or clearly identifying the motion]. Those in favor of the motion, say aye.
In an election, if there is only one candidate and the rules do not require a ballot vote in that situation, the single candidate is declared elected by acclamation, or unanimous consent. [18] In this special case of unanimous consent, the only way to object to the election of a candidate is to nominate and vote for someone else. [19]
A simple rising vote (in which the number of members voting on each side rise to their feet) is used principally in cases in which the chair believes a voice vote has been taken with an inconclusive result, or upon a motion to divide the assembly. A rising vote is also often the normal method of voting on motions requiring a two-thirds vote for ...
Some signs reported to elections officials are OK because they accurately describe the law, NC Board of Elections spokesman Pat Gannon said.
Cecilia Castellano awoke to the sound of her doorbell in the early hours of Aug. 20. The South Texas sky outside her Atascosa County home was still dark, but as she emerged from her bedroom ...
The most frequent type of acclamation is a voice vote, in which the voting group is asked who favors and who opposes the proposed candidate. In the event of a lack of opposition, the candidate is considered elected. In parliamentary procedure, acclamation is a form of unanimous consent. [1]
Trump and Republicans have embraced noncitizen voting as a talking point, with legislation in the House that would require proof of citizenship to vote gaining Trump’s vocal support. Trump ...
Spanish Texas was one of the interior provinces of the colonial Viceroyalty of New Spain from 1519 until 1821. Spain claimed ownership of the region in 1519. Slave raids by Spaniards into what became Texas began in the 16th century and created an atmosphere of antagonism with Native Americans (Indians) which would cause endless difficulties for the Spanish in the future.