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Chaos of the 2000 Election
This chapter recounts the tumultuous events of the 2000 presidential election night, focusing on the dramatic projections and retractions regarding Florida's voting results between Al Gore and George W. Bush. It explores the ensuing chaos from razor-thin margins, legal battles over recounts, and the pivotal Supreme Court decision that ultimately decided the election's outcome. Additionally, the chapter addresses the implications of Gore's concession speech, emphasizing calls for national unity amid a divided electorate.