Hacking American Elections: Why We're Vulnerable and How We Can Stop It
Explore the critical issue of election security in this 34-minute video lecture presented by Paul Rosenzweig. Delve into the vulnerabilities exposed by the 2016 U.S. presidential election interference, including the accidental Russian metadata left on leaked files. Examine the six methods within American election infrastructures, the three types of voting methods used, and the potential vulnerabilities in electronic voting systems. Learn about the GRU Russian operatives indicted by Mueller, their phishing attack on Clinton's campaign through John Podesta, and how they inadvertently revealed their identity. Investigate the second part of the Russian campaign involving social media trolls and fake news distribution. Conclude with four key elements for improving the U.S. voting system to enhance election security and integrity.