The MeidasTouch Podcast Major Update on NC Supreme Court Seat from Justice Allison Riggs
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Apr 21, 2025 Allison Riggs, a Democratic Supreme Court Justice in North Carolina, dives into her recent victory in the 2024 election. She discusses the ongoing fight against efforts to undermine election integrity by her MAGA opponent, Jefferson Griffin. Riggs emphasizes the importance of protecting voter rights and the dangers of disenfranchisement. The conversation highlights alarming tactics used to challenge election outcomes in Democratic areas and calls for community vigilance to defend democracy. Riggs also stresses the need for active voter engagement to safeguard future elections.
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Shrinking Votes, Growing Threat
- The number of challenged votes in NC Supreme Court race is shrinking but the threat to democracy grows.
- Challenging election laws post-election can be a dangerous precedent nationwide.
Selective Vote Challenges Explained
- The MAGA opponent targeted Democratic areas, not all races or Republicans who won.
- This selective challenge aims to reverse elections where they lost, posing broader risks.
Damages of Election Denialism
- Election denialism harms trust and intimidates officials.
- Military voters are unfairly targeted in challenges despite following federal voting laws.