Economist Podcasts Election rejection: fears of a contested result
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Sep 20, 2024 
Join Congressman Jamie Raskin, a key figure in the January 6th committee and Trump's impeachment, as he delves into the unsettling landscape of American elections. He discusses the growing fears of contesting results in 2024, especially if Kamala Harris wins. Raskin highlights the erosion of trust in electoral processes, the implications of misinformation, and the need for systemic reforms. With tensions rising, their conversation sheds light on democracy's fragility and the challenges posed by a contentious political climate.
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Jeff Duncan's Resistance
- Jeff Duncan, Georgia's Lieutenant Governor during the 2020 election, resisted Trump's efforts to overturn the results.
- He noticed early attempts to sow doubt and actively pushed back, but the momentum of misinformation proved too strong.
Duncan's Endorsement of Harris
- Despite considerable personal risk, Jeff Duncan publicly endorsed Kamala Harris.
- He aims to make a difference, viewing the Republican Party as a failing company needing restructuring.
Vulnerabilities in the US Electoral System
- America's electoral system is antiquated and relies on good faith, making it vulnerable to manipulation.
- Trump exploited this in 2020, leading to the January 6th attack, and mistrust persists among many Republicans.