Younger Poll Workers in Georgia Fill Some of The Void Created By Pandemic

Cobb County has had poll workers unable to serve because of worries over COVID-19.

Emil Moffatt / WABE

In March, when the pandemic arrived in Georgia, poll workers began to drop out for fear of catching COVID-19.  Many people who’ve traditionally helped run elections are older and more prone to serious complications from the coronavirus.

Even though the election has been pushed back twice, some counties are still having problems recruiting.

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