How Does Poll Watching Work?
NPR's Tonya Mosley talks with Tammy Patrick, senior advisor to the elections program at the Democracy Fund, about how poll watching works and a history of voter intimidation at the polls.
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In Reversal, Biden Team Will Begin In-Person Canvassing In Crucial States
Joe Biden's campaign had suspended face-to-face canvassing in the spring because of concerns over the coronavirus pandemic, and stuck to that stance in the following months.
How Amy Coney Barrett's Confirmation Would Compare To Past Supreme Court Picks
President Trump nominated Amy Coney Barrett with just 38 days before the general election. Only two justices have been confirmed in such a short period of time since the Ford administration.
Fewer People May Vote By Mail Than Expected. That Could Mean Election Day 'Chaos'
This summer, experts expected more than half of all Americans to vote by mail. Recent polls seem to indicate the number to be significantly lower, which could mean extraordinary lines in some places.
Where Are The Deepfakes In This Presidential Election?
Deepfake videos haven't been a problem yet in the 2020 presidential race. It's not because they aren't a threat, but because simpler deceptive tactics are still effective at spreading misinformation.
Trump On Defensive Over White Supremacist Group After Debate Comments
President Trump attempted to walk back his comments about the Proud Boys, a right-wing group he declined to disavow in Tuesday night's presidential debate. Some GOP lawmakers urged him to clarify.
Trump Senior Adviser Brad Parscale Steps Away From Campaign After Police Incident
The move comes after a weekend incident that led to him being involuntarily hospitalized by police.
Trump Complains About Moderator Chris Wallace But Calls 1st Debate 'Fun'
President Trump pronounced himself the winner and retweeted fans who agreed. Now, he's off to Minnesota — a state he hopes to flip — for a rally.
'Is This American-Style Civilization?': World Reacts To Presidential Debate
A "national humiliation," said a U.K. paper. "Cacophonique," according to a French news channel. An Israeli news anchor tweeted "condolences to America," saying, "It is hard to stoop lower than this."
Former Aide To Pence On Why She's Planning To Vote For Joe Biden
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Olivia Troye, a former aide to Vice President Pence. She says that President Trump's pandemic response is a failure and that she will vote for Joe Biden.