The Los Angeles Times research of public records indicated Fiorina had failed to vote in most elections. Fiorina responded by saying, "I'm a lifelong registered Republican but I haven't always voted, and I will provide no excuse for it. You know, people die for the right to vote.
A Los Angeles Times analysis of public records showed Fiorina rarely participated in elections. Fiorina replied, "As a lifelong Republican, I've never consistently voted, and I won't justify my absence. People sacrifice their lives for the privilege of voting.