

Bush v. Gore, Explained
Oct 17, 2024
Join Leon Neyfakh, host of the Slow Burn podcast, as he dives into the chaos of the 2000 election and the landmark Bush v. Gore case. Discover the perplexing butterfly ballot and the various ‘chads’ that left voters scratching their heads. Unpack the electoral implications of the Brooks Brothers riot and the Supreme Court’s controversial intervention. Neyfakh also explores how the independent state legislature theory could shape future elections. This engaging discussion reveals the complexities of election law and the far-reaching effects of that pivotal moment in American democracy.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Legacy of Bush v. Gore
02:17 • 23min
Election Law Complexities: Insights from Bush v. Gore
24:51 • 4min
Examining Bush v. Gore: Judicial Complexities and Election Integrity
28:55 • 20min
Political Reflections and the 2000 Election
48:37 • 8min
The Brooks Brothers Riot: Unraveling the 2000 Election Recount
56:45 • 26min
Exploring Legal Nuances in Bush v. Gore
01:22:29 • 2min
First Amendment Challenges
01:24:05 • 10min