Pod Save America “Art of the Steal.”
Aug 10, 2020
Letitia James, New York State Attorney General, is recognized for her bold legal battles, including a lawsuit aiming to shut down the NRA. In this engaging talk, she dives deep into the implications of her case against the NRA, revealing shocking financial misconduct. The conversation also touches on the larger context of election integrity and the strategies used to undermine democracy. With a mix of serious issues and a light-hearted tone, James highlights the critical need for accountability in political organizations.
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Voting Strategies
- Vote early in person in one of the 41 states with early voting to avoid lines and potential pandemic dangers.
- Use ballot drop boxes at election offices or polling stations to bypass mail delays, or organize community ballot collection for safe delivery.
Russian Interference 2020
- Russia's interference in the 2020 election, primarily to denigrate Joe Biden, is confirmed by intelligence, exceeding China's or Iran's efforts.
- This ongoing propaganda and hacking, similar to 2016, raises concerns about election integrity, exacerbated by the politicization of the intelligence community under Trump.
Transparency vs. Security
- Senators might leverage their constitutional right to declassify intel on the Senate floor to expose Russian interference, despite risks.
- This could force the administration to reveal more, given its politicization of intelligence assessments.