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Defending Democracy
Why You'll See Trump on the Ballot
Feb 9, 2024
The podcast discusses the recent Supreme Court oral argument on the ballot eligibility of Donald Trump, highlighting the main takeaways and the court's skepticism towards the petitioners' arguments. The speakers analyze a key moment during the case, discuss the surprising response from Trump's lawyers regarding the insurrection, examine the term limit discussion in a potential third term presidential candidate case, and explore recent developments in the Trump democracy world, emphasizing the role of the courts in countering voter suppression efforts.
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- Based on the oral arguments, it is unlikely that Donald Trump will be disqualified from the ballot.
- The justices emphasized the importance of protecting democracy and preventing future loopholes in interpreting the Constitution.
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Donald Trump will not be disqualified from the ballot
Based on the oral arguments in the Supreme Court, it is unlikely that there are enough votes to affirm the Colorado Supreme Court decision and disqualify Donald Trump from the ballot. The court showed skepticism towards the arguments presented by the voters who brought the case, indicating that they are unlikely to sway the court.
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