Orleans Parish invites public to watch election machines be tested [Video]

After several attempts and threats at polling places across the country, many voters are keeping a close watch on election security and integrity. The Orleans Parish chief election officer is opening their doors to give the public a look inside, allowing anyone to see the machines being tested and sealed ahead of the election.Caleb Sorkin is a first-time voter who said he’s been concerned about election security.”I was a little concerned how they would do it, how they would keep it safe and you know, voter fraud, all that. I’ve heard a lot in the media,” Sorkin said.As Nov. 5 approaches, the 21-year-old is hoping all aspects of voting are safe and secured.”The biggest concern is just tracking all of it, you know, with the mail-in ballots and just people voting in the machines. It’s a lot to do,” said Sorkin.Darren Lombard, Orleans Parish chief election officer, addressed Sorkin’s concerns …