
Every week, election lawyer Marc Elias interviews lawmakers, policy leaders and changemakers about the problems facing our democracy and how we fix them.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 205 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Republicans are trying to make it harder for your mail-in ballot to count. Marc Elias breaks down Watson v. RNC, the Supreme Court case that could wipe out hundreds of thousands of votes in 2026, and reveals the bombshell hiding in the 2000 election ... more
George Conway — former Republican lawyer, Trump critic, and congressional candidate in NY-12 — sits down with Marc Elias to discuss the state of American democracy, Trump's authoritarian tactics, and what we can do to stop him.
Conway argues that ev... more
The SAVE America Act isn't about securing free and fair elections — it's actually the opposite. It’s about stealing the 2026 midterms. Marc Elias breaks down exactly how this voter suppression bill works, and why millions of Americans could lose thei... more
The DOJ is sitting on half of the Epstein Files — and Congressman Robert Garcia says that's no accident. It's a cover-up, and Trump is leading it.
Rep. Garcia joins Marc Elias to break down where the Epstein investigation stands: who's been subpoena... more
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The episode on the SAVE act is one of Marc's finest yet. It's mind boggling how the Republicans think they can get away with what they are planning to do. This should remind everyone of the poll taxes that were imposed to disenfranchise poor (black) communities from participating in democracy. Now it's (married) women, students, and those too busy or not affluent enough to put up with whatever rule-of-the-day they see supposed to follow. Voting is a right, my fellow citizens. The government, unl... more
Thank you for all the work you do to help our democracy. Because of ppl like you, I think America is starting to wake you.
Marc, you are right about everything you said. You are a brave hero for all of us. And don’t forget to mention news wise on YouTube “To the Contrary” with Charlie Sykes. Great independent news there.
Absolutely love the show. We need this, and I hope you go as hard as you can on this path. Thank you for your work. We have jumped the shark, like the post civil war period all over….
Champion guy!
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Focused on the challenges and solutions related to democracy, this podcast engages listeners with expert interviews featuring lawmakers, policy leaders, and influential figures. Topics of discussion often include voter suppression, election integrity, and the implications of legislative measures, particularly those emerging from the current political landscape. Marc Elias, an experienced election lawyer, provides informed commentary and analysis, enriching the dialogue with his legal expertise. The podcast uniquely combines legal inquiry with current events, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding and defending democratic principles in the United States.
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