
Mark Elias
Voting rights attorney and founder of the site Democracy Docket, providing legal expertise and analysis on voting rights and election integrity.
Top 3 podcasts with Mark Elias
Ranked by the Snipd community

7 snips
Mar 26, 2025 • 42min
‘Sheer, unfettered, Olympian incompetence’: Hayes on the Trump war plans breach
In this discussion, Sen. Elissa Slotkin, a former CIA analyst, delves into the alarming security breach of Trump administration war plans, highlighting unprecedented incompetence among top officials. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi questions the key players in the unsecured chat saga, while Sen. Elizabeth Warren scrutinizes the nominee for Social Security leadership amid agency turmoil. Election lawyer Mark Elias addresses threats to democracy and the ongoing struggle for election integrity, emphasizing the importance of accountability in these turbulent times.

Aug 17, 2020 • 1h 6min
“The Democratic National Couch-vention.”
Join voting rights attorney Mark Elias, a key player in the fight for election integrity, as he dives into current challenges facing mail-in voting. He highlights urgent issues with the Postal Service that could jeopardize ballots and discusses legal strategies to protect voting rights amid a brewing political storm. The conversation also touches on the innovative virtual Democratic National Convention, exploring how storytelling can engage disenchanted voters and the crucial need for equitable access to the polls.

May 7, 2020 • 1h 33min
“Live and Let Die.”
Mark Elias, a renowned Democratic election lawyer and champion of voting rights, dives into the critical legal battles surrounding the upcoming elections. He discusses the importance of mail-in voting and the historical context of voting methods amidst rising voter suppression. Elias emphasizes the need for increased funding to state election officials to enhance voting access and integrity. The conversation also touches on the implications of Trump's pivot in messaging and the stakes of the current political climate.