Polling place list secret due to terror fears

For once, I agree with Russ Diamond.

State officials have decided not to publicize their list of polling places in Pennsylvania, citing concerns that terrorists could disrupt elections in the commonwealth.

The Department of State made its decision as a result of terrorist bombings that occurred just days before Spain’s national elections in 2004, spokeswoman Leslie Amoros said. Election officials consulted with state police, the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and the state Office of Homeland Security.

‘‘The agencies agreed it was appropriate not to release the statewide list to protect the public and the integrity of the voting process,’‘ Amoros said.

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