How to Hold an Election During a Pandemic

What Next | Daily News and Analysis

EpisodeMar 24, 202027m

How to Hold an Election During a Pandemic

What Next | Daily News and Analysis

EpisodeMar 24, 202027m

As the COVID-19 pandemic worsens, the United States might have to figure out how to hold an election in a time of social distancing. Will local, state and federal officials be able coordinate in time to transform our election infrastructure?Guest: Nate Persily, Stanford University Law ProfessorSlate Plus members get bonus segments and ad-free podcast feeds. Sign up now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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