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Kamala Harris Replacing Joe Biden on the Ticket Isn’t Antidemocratic
Jul 25, 2024
Legal scholar Rick Hasen discusses the democratic process of Kamala Harris replacing Joe Biden as the nominee. GOP leaders' reactions are analyzed, debunking claims of it being anti-democratic. The history of party nominations and the complexities of candidate replacements are explored, emphasizing the democratic nature of such transitions.
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- President Biden's withdrawal and Kamala Harris' nomination were democratic processes despite GOP opposition.
- GOP's accusations of coup and threats to democracy were debunked by legal scholars and commentators.
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Biden withdraws candidacy, Republicans criticize legality
President Biden's decision to withdraw from the race for the White House and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris stirred controversy, with Republicans arguing it as an affront to democracy. Legal scholar Rick Hasen dismissed these claims, stating that Biden was not the official nominee and replacing him did not violate election laws. Potential legal challenges were cited in Ohio and Washington states, but the process of officially selecting nominees varies by state.
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