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Matthew Seligman

Election law expert at Stanford, author of How to Steal a Presidential Election.

Top 5 podcasts with Matthew Seligman

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Oct 28, 2020 • 54min

Another Way To Elect A President: Can A State Legislature Overrule The Voters? (Part 4)

Matthew Seligman, a writer focused on voting rights and the Supreme Court, dives into the complex interplay between state legislatures and voter decisions in presidential elections. He discusses the historical evolution of electors' appointment and significant legal debates on authority versus voter rights. Seligman highlights the challenges posed by potential election interference and the rare practice of state legislatures creating alternative elector slates. The conversation underscores the pressing issue of electoral integrity in today’s political climate.
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Oct 18, 2024 • 23min

The Daily Blast: Trump’s Fury at Fox News Over Harris Coverage Takes an Alarming Turn

Matthew Seligman, an election law expert at Stanford and author of "How to Steal a Presidential Election," discusses the growing rift between Donald Trump and Fox News. He highlights how Trump’s fury over coverage could fuel chaos and misinformation ahead of the election. Seligman warns about plans among Trump allies to revive fake electors and the dire implications for democracy. The conversation also delves into the potential for misinformation to disrupt electoral integrity and how voters can take action to protect the democratic process.
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Oct 18, 2024 • 23min

Trump’s Fury at Fox News Over Harris Coverage Takes an Alarming Turn

Matthew Seligman, an election law expert at Stanford and author of How to Steal a Presidential Election, discusses Trump's furious backlash against Fox News for its election coverage. He highlights the troubling implications of right-wing media in shaping voter confidence and amplifying misinformation. Seligman explores the potential chaos arising from plans for fake elector schemes and concerns over non-citizen voting narratives. He warns of the risk posed to fair elections as Trump's rhetoric escalates, underlining the urgent need for electoral safeguards.
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Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 4min

Some Americans Are Already Living in Trump’s ‘Purge’

Matthew Seligman from the Stanford Constitutional Law Center discusses the alarming implications of election law and the risks posed by JD Vance’s rhetoric. His insights highlight the long history of political disillusionment in America. Edith Olmsted of the New Republic shares her concerns about the dangerous narratives surrounding Trump and Vance's influence. Together, they explore how misinformation threatens electoral integrity and the importance of community solidarity against rising extremism in today’s political landscape.
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Aug 29, 2024 • 55min

Can the Attorney General Appoint a Special Counsel?

Matthew Seligman, a legal scholar from Stanford Law School, and Josh Blackman, a law professor from South Texas College of Law Houston, engage in a riveting debate on the legitimacy of special counsel appointments. They delve into Judge Aileen Cannon's controversial ruling regarding Donald Trump's indictment, discussing the complexities of classifying counsels as principal or inferior officers. The conversation highlights key constitutional precedents and the implications for future investigations involving political figures, unraveling the intricate balance of power in legal appointments.