Blank Ballot Cast

A blank ballot cast is a ballot that a member submits without making any choices. Some voters do this intentionally by abstaining, which is a way to signal neutrality or even as a form of protest. Some voters do this accidentally, submitting ballots without marking their choices.

Whatever the reason, associations should still track blank ballot casts. Monitoring this metric ensures transparency in the voting process and gives members an idea of total voter turnout. Tracking blank ballot casts can reflect issues in the voting process that need solving, like confusing ballot choices or issues with member engagement and satisfaction.

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