Today, Explained Start the steal?
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Sep 23, 2024 Sam Greenglass, a politics reporter at WABE, shares insights on Georgia's election dynamics, shedding light on the state's contentious atmosphere around voting integrity. David Becker, the founder of the Center for Election Innovation and Research, discusses crucial election security measures. They delve into the impact of misinformation on public trust, recent legislative changes, and the importance of maintaining electoral integrity as the 2024 elections approach, all while educating listeners on navigating the complexities of Election Day.
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2020 Election Disputes
- Following the 2020 election, the Trump campaign falsely claimed Democrats stole the election in several states, including Arizona, Michigan, and North Carolina.
- This led to threats against election workers, particularly in Georgia, where Trump's recorded call to the Secretary of State and Giuliani's defamation added fuel to the fire.
Swing States in 2024
- The 2024 election hinges on seven swing states: Georgia, Arizona, Nevada, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania.
- Georgia, central to the 2020 election controversy, is a key battleground state.
Georgia State Election Board Controversy
- Georgia's state election board, typically an obscure body, interprets election law but does not create it.
- Recent rule changes by this board, particularly around election certification, are facing pushback from Democrats and even some Republican officials.