Beliefs (5): Open source code is the only secure code
There is no point in depending on security through obscurity. It is possible to build a secure system even though everybody knows how it works.
In this context, I also believe it should be a constitutional right for Americans to be able to see the code for the voting machines that register their electoral votes. If such machines are introduced in my country I will not use one until I have independent assurance that they are fair and secure.
I’m guessing you have seen this then? How To Steal an Election With a Diebold Machine
Yes, it was Bruce Schneier constant harping on about this that made me think about it.