The recounts of a few selected precincts proceeded despite the fact they had no chance of reversing the statewide results. But there appeared to be other agendas in play as board chair Tony Daunt, a Republican, batted down repeated demands for wider investigations that fell outside the board’s purview.
“I am tired of this line of argument. If you have proof, take it to the law enforcement. We are not – sir, I will have you removed.”
The recounts focused on Proposals 2 and 3, which established new voting rights and abortion rights. Both amendments to the state constitution passed by wide margins.