Voter fraud is quite uncommon. It’s almost never coordinated. When it does happen, authorities often out quickly and convict the perpetrators.
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Georgia Ballot Access Oral Argument Goes Very Badly
The oral argument in the case over Georgia’s 5% petition for independent candidates for U.S. House has been heard but went badly.
Vermont: Where Incumbents Are (Nearly) Golden
Vermont, which does not have term limits, has a long history of sticking with its governors for as long as they choose to stay in office.
Far too little vote fraud to tip election to Trump, AP finds
A new AP review of voter fraud in six battleground states in 2020 shows the number of cases would not have changed the outcome.
Congress Eyes Changes to Electoral Count Law
The Jan. 6th congressional committee is taking steps to overhaul the law Trump attempted to use to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
The acceptance of blatant political misconduct in America
When people are facing hardship they will follow a harmful leader and that leader won’t lose backers regardless of misconduct.
Attacks On The 2024 Election Are Already Underway
The groundwork for attacks on the 2024 election is in place and institutions tasked with protecting the vote are part of the problem.
Gerrymandering May Make Elections Far Less Competitive
Gerrymandering has become a partisan death match as lawmakers from both parties seek political benefits in numerous areas.
Is Wisconsin Still a Democracy?
The GOP has launched an assault to rig state election rules in order to stay in power. Democrats haven’t put up much of a fight so far.
Iranian hackers charged with voter intimidation campaign
Two Iranian hackers were charged Thursday by federal prosecutors with intent to cause disorder during the 2020 presidential election.