Dear Mrs. Buckingham:
Thank you for contacting me regarding allegations against the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN).
Some troubling revelations about the group have come to light in recent days, and the U.S. Census Bureau has severed ties with the group. I recently voted with the vast majority of the Senate to deny taxpayer funds to ACORN.
After the 2008 elections, the Federal Bureau of Investigation opened an investigation of ACORN in several States because of voting fraud allegations. Neither Florida’s Governor or Secretary of State found significant evidence of voter fraud in the last election, but we must be vigilant. That is why I introduced the One-Person One-Vote Initiative, which contains provisions to improve voter registration lists and ballot verification. My legislation would set uniform standards for voter registration lists throughout the nation, in addition to requiring that a verifiable paper ballot accompany every electronic vote.
I understand your concerns and appreciate your taking the time to be involved and informed about matters important to Florida and our nation. Please don’t hesitate to contact me in the future.
Sincerely,
Senator Bill Nelson
