The Health of Our Democracy - Voting During a Pandemic
Explore the challenges and opportunities of conducting elections during a pandemic in this hour-long panel discussion from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the complexities faced by state and local jurisdictions as they prepare for a general election amidst uncertain public health conditions. Examine the recent primaries held in eight states and the District of Columbia, which required voters to participate during both a pandemic and widespread political protests. Investigate the potential shift towards mail-in ballots as a safer alternative to in-person voting. Gain insights from a state election official and voting experts on the political and logistical pressures to execute a secure, trusted, and safe voting process. Learn about the obstacles that need to be overcome to ensure the health of democracy during these unprecedented times.