Economist Podcasts Texas hold-’em-up: a voting-rights standoff
Jul 14, 2021
John Priddo, the United States editor for The Economist, joins Tim Cross, the Technology editor, to delve into pressing issues like the voting rights showdown in Texas. They discuss the dramatic exodus of Democratic lawmakers to Washington as a response to restrictive bills. Additionally, the conversation shifts to the alarming rise of ransomware attacks, exploring their impact on critical industries and emphasizing the urgent need for improved cybersecurity measures. Lastly, an interesting nod to Britain's eels reveals a historical struggle for conservation.
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Voting Rights Standoff
- Texas Democrats fled the state to block a voting bill.
- This highlights the broader fight over voting rights in the US.
Texas Democrats' Trip
- Texas Democrats went to Washington to protest voting law changes.
- They aim to prevent a quorum and raise national awareness.
Wider Voting Rights Battle
- Republicans are changing voting rules where they face competition but hold state legislatures.
- A bigger concern is the attack on election administration itself.