The secret ballot is a voting method where a voter's choices are anonymous, protecting them from potential influence or retaliation.
It's like taking an anonymous survey at school. You can express your true opinion without fear that your classmates will know what you said.
Australian Ballot: This is another name for the secret ballot, as it was first implemented in Australia before being adopted by other countries including the U.S.
Voter Intimidation: This term refers to various tactics used to scare or coerce voters into voting a certain way. The secret ballot helps protect against this.
Democracy: A system of government where citizens exercise power by voting. The secret ballot is an important part of ensuring fair and free elections in democratic societies.
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