The success of the democratic process requires fair and open elections which accurately reflect the intent of the electorate. Our tasks require wisdom, courage and the desire to remain focused on our vision of free and impartial elections despite changes in our society and its laws.įreedom can best be maintained and nurtured through the democratic process. Nurturing and protecting Democracy is a team effort in the profession of elections administration. The General Registrar is accountable for maintaining public confidence in honest and impartial elections which we conduct in a fair, efficient and accurate manner. It is our sacred honor to protect and promote public trust and confidence by conducting accurate and fair elections.Īs the public’s guardians of freedom within a democratic society, we are responsible for the integrity of the process.
We uphold the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of Virginia and the laws, policies and court decisions of federal, state and local jurisdictions.
