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Dominion Voting Systems Acquired by Liberty Vote’s Scott Leiendecker; Prowers County Reaffirms Election Integrity
Description: Dominion Voting Systems has been acquired by Scott Leiendecker, founder of Liberty Vote and former St. Louis elections director. Colorado officials confirm the change in ownership does not affect the security, accuracy, or transparency of the state’s election systems, including Prowers County.
Subject: Change in Ownership of Dominion Voting Systems
Dominion Voting Systems has been acquired by Scott Leiendecker, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Vote, a former elections director from St. Lewis, Missouri, effective immediately. This change in ownership does not affect the security, accuracy, or integrity of Colorado’s election systems, including those used here in Prowers County.
Colorado will continue to maintain secure and transparent election systems. The following safeguards are still in place:
No Internet Connectivity: Voting equipment is not connected to the internet and remains under strict access controls, including security badge entry, background checks, and 24/7 video surveillance.
Bipartisan Logic and Accuracy Testing: Before every election, bipartisan teams of election judges conduct Logic and Accuracy tests to ensure the system is properly configured and accurately tabulates votes.
Retention: Election materials and ballots are securely stored for 25 months as official election records.
Following the announcement of the acquisition, Mr. Leiendecker met with county clerks from across Colorado to answer questions and clarify his vision and responsibilities as the CEO. He emphasized his commitment in supporting secure and transparent elections.
With his many years of experience in election technology, Mr. Leiendecker expressed that this transition is an opportunity to help rebuild public confidence in elections. He has committed to partnering with local election officials in communicating just how our voting system works and to strengthen voter trust.
Marshall Zelinger, 9News, did a story on the purchase and call with the Colorado County Clerks
Association and Mr. Leiendecker:
As always, Prowers County remains dedicated to conducting secure, accessible, and transparent elections.
Sincerely,
Jana Coen, Prowers County Clerk and Recorder
