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Sharpies can be used on voting ballots in Arizona, officials say
PHOENIX - Ballots marked with Sharpie will be counted in Arizona, despite claims on social media that they would be rejected, according to state officials.The controversy arose when people claimed their ballots were not being counted after using Sharpies provided by voting locations in Maricopa County.However, while black and blue ink is highly encouraged to fill in the ballot bubbles, Sharpie is also accepted, according to Secretary of State Katie Hobbs.Maricopa County officials say they used fine-tip Sharpies in voting centers because they have the fastest-drying ink - this is crucial because the ballot is sent directly into the tabulation machine when voting in person.AdvertisementMORE: Interactive Electoral College mapFelt-tip pens are