ACLU seeks ‘deterrent’ against election problems by training observers across South Dakota

By: Meghan O'Brien

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: October 5, 2026

Words: 556

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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Citizen observers could play an especially important role in the Nov. 3 general election, according to the American Civil Liberties Union of South Dakota.

“They are a deterrent against bad behavior,” said Samantha Chapman, the organization’s advocacy manager.

The group plans to deploy trained, volunteer observers in …

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