This chapter explores the intricate process of election recounts, highlighting the challenges posed by mail-in ballots and the necessary time for accurate vote counting. It advocates for a thorough, bipartisan approach to managing close elections, drawing on historical examples and emphasizing the importance of public education and clear communication to uphold election integrity.
In this episode of our mini-series on presidential elections, we take a look at three examples of how states handled recounts in close elections. Are we in for a redo of Florida in 2000—or does Hawaii in 1960 provide a better example? A companion series of blog posts related to this episode can be found at http://takecareblog.com