The NPR Politics Podcast Election Deniers Running To Oversee Voting Mostly Lost
Nov 10, 2022
Michigan and Minnesota’s election officials triumphed over election deniers, ensuring secure voting in their states. Arizona's race remains too close to call, but nationwide polling sites saw no major violence. Losing candidates largely conceded without claims of fraud, showcasing a shift in post-election behavior. The discussion also highlights the vital role of local election workers in upholding democracy and combating misinformation, while underscoring the need for continued vigilance as the 2024 elections approach.
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House Control Uncertain
- Several House races remain undecided, but Republicans are likely to gain a slim majority.
- This tight margin could pose challenges for potential Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
Voters Reject Election Deniers
- Election-denying candidates for Secretary of State, who oversee voting, have mostly lost.
- This suggests voters reject election denialism, according to Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.
Nevada Voters Reject Election Denier
- In Nevada, over 10,000 Republican voters chose "none of these candidates" in the Secretary of State race.
- This suggests a rejection of Jim Marchant, an election denier, despite voting Republican otherwise.