Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. statement, November 21, 2000

NEWS FROM Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. Second Congressional District of Maryland 1407 York Road, Suite 304 Lutherville, Maryland 21093 315 Cannon House Office Building Washington, D.C. 205 1 5 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT: Jill Homan November 21 , 2000 202/225-3061 Our Military Counts WASHINGTON, D.C. - Statement from Congressman Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. regarding Florida absentee ballots: "Much confusion has followed the electoral recount in Florida. Hopefully, the rule of law will be applied in an even handed manner. “Yesterday’s nev/s, however, that certain attorneys associated with the Gore campaign, with the apparent blessing of the Vice President, had undertaken a systematic attempt to disqualify absentee ballots sent by our young men and women in the military is reprehensible. “These soldiers are not provided the ability to drive to the local post office in order to mail their ballots. People who defend this nation deserve our gratitude; they should not be dismissed as political pawns in the midst of a close presidential race. “I condemn any attempt, intended or accidental, which disenfranchises our military personnel, particularly those stationed abroad. “The ballots mailed by our soldiers must be counted!” ###