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Published Nov 24, 2020

140. Commusings: Democracy Is Fragile

Jeff Krasno delves into the fragility of democracy, examining the pivotal roles of the judiciary and media in combating misinformation and upholding electoral integrity against authoritarian threats, emphasizing the urgent need for vigilance in preserving democratic norms.
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  • Delegitimization

    explores the attempts by Trump and his administration to delegitimize the 2020 election results. He highlights the orchestrated efforts to create a false narrative of victory and widespread fraud, despite lacking evidence. Jeff notes that Trump's actions, including firing officials and pressuring state leaders, were part of a strategy to overturn the election results 1.

    Trump actively courted republican leaders in Michigan and Pennsylvania, pressuring them to engage in this gambit that would create a constitutional crisis.

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    Despite these efforts, the media and social platforms played a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the election by providing fact-based information and resisting misinformation 2.

       

    Legal Battles

    The legal battles initiated by Trump following the election were largely unsuccessful. describes how judges across the country dismissed numerous lawsuits due to a lack of evidence, highlighting the judiciary's role in upholding democratic processes 3. Despite these legal failures, Krasno emphasizes the precariousness of democracy, noting how close the nation came to a constitutional crisis.

    Right now, as of this moment, it seems like our institutions have held, but clearly they are not completely impervious to the assault of a madman and his enablers.

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    He warns of the dangers posed by authoritarian tactics and the importance of safeguarding democratic institutions 4.

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