In any democratic society, election integrity is paramount. Regardless of political affiliation—whether Democrat, Republican, Green Party, or No Party Preference—the ability of voters to trust the election process is a fundamental cornerstone of our democracy. That trust is now being called into question following concerning revelations uncovered in the 2024 Spring San Diego voter files.
According to our analysis, numerous discrepancies have emerged regarding the ages of registered voters in San Diego County. Disturbingly, voter files show:
- 1,898 registered voters listed as being born in 1900—making them 124 years old.
- 20 registered voters born in 1901.
- 1 registered voter born in 1902.
- And shockingly, 2 registered voters—one registered with the Green Party and one with the Democratic Party—listed as being born in 1850, which would make them 174 years old.
These irregularities should concern every single resident, voter, and elected official of San Diego County, no matter their political beliefs or affiliations. The integrity of our elections depends on the accuracy of voter rolls, and these glaring anomalies raise serious questions about the management and oversight of our voter registration system.
Why Every Voter Should Be Concerned
Election integrity is not a partisan issue; it is the bedrock of our republic. The presence of such glaring errors in the voter database not only undermines public trust but also opens the door to potential vulnerabilities that could be exploited. While these discrepancies may not indicate intentional fraud, they reveal systemic inefficiencies that must be addressed immediately.
For voters, particularly those concerned with the accuracy of the democratic process, this raises the question: How many other errors or outdated records are present in the system? How confident can we be that only eligible and legitimate voters are participating in our elections?
The Risk to Election Security
Accurate voter rolls are essential for a secure election process. Inaccurate records create opportunities for confusion, mistakes, and, in the worst-case scenario, voter fraud. The potential risk of allowing ineligible voters—whether due to outdated records or clerical errors—to cast a ballot threatens to dilute the voices of legitimate voters.
This is not merely about a handful of voters; with nearly 1,900 voters allegedly born in 1900 still listed in the system, these inaccuracies could be widespread. The sheer volume of these errors suggests a systemic issue that must be resolved to ensure confidence in future elections.
Holding Our Registrar of Voters Accountable
We, as voters, taxpayers, and citizens, have the right to demand accountability from our local election officials. The San Diego Registrar of Voters bears the responsibility of maintaining accurate and up-to-date voter records. The fact that hundreds, even thousands, of century-old voters are still registered calls into question the diligence and oversight of the system.
Every voter in San Diego County should be asking:
- Why are these outdated voter records still in the system?
- What processes are in place to regularly clean and update the voter rolls?
- What measures are being taken to ensure that similar discrepancies do not affect future elections?
- How are elected officials and election officials addressing this issue, and why has it persisted?
- How are our mainstream media like the NPR (KPBS), San Diego Tribune, Telemundo, and others addressing this issue?
Demand Action for the Sake of Democracy
The issue at hand isn’t just about election security—it’s about trust. Trust that our voices are heard, that our votes count, and that the democratic process is fair and transparent. To maintain that trust, we must ensure that our voter rolls are accurate, and our election officials are held accountable.
We call on the San Diego Registrar of Voters to provide immediate answers and transparency regarding these discrepancies. It is crucial to conduct a thorough audit of the voter rolls, purge outdated records, and implement more robust checks to prevent such irregularities from occurring in the future.
As citizens, we must remain vigilant and demand that our elected officials prioritize election integrity. This issue affects every voter, every political party, and the future of our democracy itself.
The integrity of our elections cannot be taken for granted—it must be safeguarded with every vote.
Question?
In closing, we must ask ourselves an important question: Why have the San Diego GOP, the San Diego Democratic Party, and the San Diego Registrar of Voters all remained seemingly silent on these troubling revelations? This is not just about political advantage—this is about the integrity of our electoral process. Regardless of party affiliation, these discrepancies in the voter rolls should alarm every voter who values a fair and transparent democracy.
The silence from all sides is deafening. As voters, we deserve answers, not silence. It’s time for all parties and election officials to step up, address these concerns, and restore faith in our elections.
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