Author: Jessica Huseman

The announcement of Tim Walz, governor of Minnesota, as Kamala Harris’ vice presidential running mate highlights the stark contrast in their stance on voting rights compared to J.D. Vance, Donald Trump’s running mate. Walz, as governor, has championed several voting-related bills, including the Democracy for the People Act, which expanded access to voting in Minnesota. On the other hand, Vance, as a senator, has made false claims about voter fraud and proposed controversial ideas like giving parents additional voting power. Vance’s campaign ads have perpetuated misinformation about undocumented immigrants voting and expressed support for the Capitol rioters of January 6,…

Speculation and debates on President Joe Biden’s potential replacement as the Democratic nominee have surged since his lackluster debate performance. Questions loom over the process of replacing him if needed, who would take his place, and the critical decision-making timeline. Amidst the chaos, the possibility of Vice President Kamala Harris stepping in before or at the convention has been discussed extensively. However, the logistics of replacing Biden on the ballot vary by state, making the timeline crucial. With different deadlines and rules in each state, the process of replacing a candidate post-ballot printing becomes increasingly challenging. Yet, legal experts and…