The Intelligence from The Economist Who counts wins: Election-administration fears
Nov 8, 2022
Avantika Chilkoti, an international correspondent for The Economist, sheds light on the devastating links between global food insecurity and conflicts, particularly the fallout from Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Faye Lomas, a culture writer, celebrates HBO's transformative 50-year journey, exploring its groundbreaking series that set new storytelling standards. The podcast also addresses the alarming pressures faced by election administrators in the U.S., as misinformation and political polarization threaten the integrity of democracy.
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Threats to Election Officials
- Chuck Breuerman, the El Paso County clerk, faced threats after refusing improper access to voting equipment.
- He was told, "We will do this either with you or through you."
Indicted Clerk
- Tina Peters, Mesa County clerk, was indicted for allegedly leaking voting machine data.
- Peters promotes election-rigging conspiracies and has pleaded not guilty.
Partisan Divide in Election Administration
- Many Republican candidates have expressed concerns about election rigging, but not all follow this trend.
- Pam Anderson, a Republican election official, emphasizes the non-partisan nature of election administration.