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Amy Gardner

National reporter covering election issues for The Washington Post''s democracy team. Contributes expertise on the Electoral College.

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Jun 21, 2024 • 30min

The Campaign Moment: AI and other election threats

Reporters Amy Gardner and Yvonne Wingett Sanchez discuss overturning 2020 election results, charges against fake electors in Arizona (including Rudy Giuliani), and election officials creating deep fakes to educate voters.
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Nov 4, 2024 • 14min

Curious how the electoral college works? Try This.

Amy Gardner, a national reporter for The Washington Post’s democracy team, dives into the complex world of the Electoral College. She breaks down how electoral votes are assigned and the critical role of swing states. Listeners will learn about the unique voting methods in Maine and Nebraska, as well as the implications of the winner-takes-all system. Gardner also discusses the certification process of electoral results, highlighting its importance for democracy and reflecting on the events of January 6th, 2021.
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Nov 1, 2024 • 32min

Burned ballots, early voting and final takeaways

Amy Gardner, an early voting expert from The Washington Post’s democracy team, joins the conversation to dissect the early voting landscape. With over 66 million ballots already cast, she highlights the explosive growth in early voting and its unpredictable effects on election outcomes. They tackle the recent arson incidents targeting ballot boxes in Oregon and Washington, discussing security measures and public trust. Additionally, they reflect on current polling dynamics and the shifting sentiments as Election Day approaches, blending insightful analysis with personal anecdotes.
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Nov 1, 2024 • 32min

The Campaign Moment: What the final polls tell us

Amy Gardner, a dedicated political reporter for The Washington Post’s democracy team, joins the discussion on early voting trends as the 2024 campaign unfolds. She shares insights on the final polling data, particularly in key battleground states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The conversation dives into ballot security issues, including recent incidents of damaged ballots and the factors impacting public trust. They also reflect on the contrasting campaigns of Trump and Harris and how early voting strategies are adjusting to match changing voter behaviors.
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Oct 22, 2024 • 24min

Record early voting, and good signs for the GOP

Amy Gardner, a national political reporter for The Washington Post, dives into early voting trends that reveal a surprising shift among GOP voters. With over 1 million early votes cast in North Carolina and more Republicans voting early in Nevada than Democrats, this season shows newfound enthusiasm. The discussion tackles the fallout from misinformation about voting fraud and explores how these trends could impact election outcomes. Gardner's insights unpack the evolving dynamics of voter engagement and Republican participation.