This chapter explores the intricate political landscape surrounding the Electoral Count Act, focusing on Justice Bradley's arguments and the challenges of interpreting judicial decisions through partisan lenses. It underscores the necessity for accessible resources to better inform legislators and the public about the implications of electoral legislation.
In this episode, we speak with Professor Stephen Siegel, a Professor of Law at DePaul University, about the Electoral Count Act, which sets the rules for Congress when it counts electoral votes. We explain what happens if there is just one slate and how Congress might resolve a controversy if there are competing slates of electors from one state.