Bucks County commissioner blames overturning Roe v. Wade for her election interference

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Every so often, in politics, something ridiculous occurs; it is difficult to believe such absurdity is reality. Several examples occurred during the 2024 election, most notably in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Philadelphia. The Bucks County Board of Commissioners, led by Democrat Vice Chairwoman Diane M. Ellis-Marseglia, who defied a state Supreme Court decision, counted ineligible ballots and tried to interfere in the election. 

“We all know precedent by a court doesn’t matter anymore in this country,” Ellis-Marseglia said at the time to justify her illegal actions. “If I violate this law, it’s because I want the court to pay attention. There is nothing more important than counting votes.”

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