Bexar County officials blame touch screens for ballot errors

Some Bexar County voters believe their selections are changing on the screen, but local officials say the machines are working correctly. Elections Administrator Michele Carew attributes the confusion to how people interact with the hardware. She explains that the electronic ballot systems require a deliberate touch, unlike the light taps used on smartphones.

Carew notes that this difference in user behavior leads to operator error. Many individuals press the buttons too lightly for the machine to register the choice. The result is a ballot that appears to alter its previous settings, prompting complaints about technical failures that Carew says do not exist.

This explanation arrived during a recent broadcast on On The Record with Randy Beamer. The program provided updates on local infrastructure and state-level spending. While Carew addressed voting mechanics, other segments covered distinct topics affecting the region.

District 6 Council Rep Ric Galvan discussed the future of Wolff Stadium. The structure is scheduled for demolition soon. Galvan explained that community input is shaping the plans for the site once the stadium comes down. The discussion focused on what will replace the current structure.

The show also featured Express News columnist Chris Tomlinson. He analyzed the record amount of money spent on the Texas midterm election for statewide offices. The total has reached one billion dollars. Governor Greg Abbott's opponent, Todd Paxton, has spent $180 million on his campaign so far.

These figures mark a new high for state-level races in Texas. Tomlinson questioned if this level of spending could drive real discussions on campaign finance. The program airs at 7 p.m. on Thursdays on channel 9.1 and via the PBS app.