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The GOP Can't Quit "Stop the Steal"

Feb 11, 2025
Mark Joseph Stern, a senior writer at Slate specializing in legal issues, dives into the ongoing fallout from the 'Stop the Steal' movement. He discusses a North Carolina Republican's radical strategy to disqualify ballots in a tight Supreme Court race. Stern emphasizes the implications of challenging electoral results and the disturbing trend it could inspire. The conversation also touches on the complexities of voter registration accuracy and the potential disenfranchisement of voters, highlighting significant issues in today's elections.
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Quick takeaways

  • The challenges to voter legitimacy in North Carolina highlight a dangerous precedent that could threaten electoral integrity and democratic norms nationwide.
  • Jefferson Griffin's selective targeting of voters raises significant concerns about the politicization of the judiciary and fairness in the electoral process.

Deep dives

Influence of Legislative Changes on Elections

Decisions made by legislators can significantly impact electoral outcomes, as highlighted by a recent controversy surrounding a state Supreme Court race in North Carolina. A group of voters protested outside the court, reading the names of 60,000 individuals whose votes were being challenged by the losing candidate, Jefferson Griffin. Griffin's strategy involves disputing the legitimacy of these voters to overturn his loss by a narrow margin of 734 votes, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process. This situation exemplifies how political maneuvers can threaten established electoral results and potentially reshape future elections.

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