Maddow Issues Stark Warning On Certifying Election

Rachel Maddow writes for the New York Times:

A cleareyed look at Republicans’ handling of the administration of elections since Mr. Trump’s effort to overthrow the last election should prepare us: Refusals to certify results should not necessarily be seen as indicating real electoral problems; they are more likely part of a bad-faith strategy to mess with the democratic process.

Now is the time to get to know your local election board, especially if you live in a place where election denialism has taken hold, and where certification refusals may be coming.

Public awareness and vigilance can make a difference. No one should be surprised when certification refusals happen or when they are then exploited to try to maximize chaos and upset.

Read the full article. Gift link here. In standard Maddow fashion, her piece opens with a lengthy backstory on the history of contested elections. Read it.

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— Christy Isham (@isham_christy) August 19, 2024