The History of Close, Contested Elections and the Electoral Process

Many remember the close election of the 2000 presidential election between George W. Bush and Al Gore, but election disputes arise from various public office positions. This hour, we will look at the history of contested elections, as well as the laws and regulations to help address such disputes. 

Guest: 

• Edward P. Foley, Professor of Law at Ohio State University at Moritz College of Law and Author of Ballot Battles: The History of Disputed Elections in the United States

This show originally aired on January 19, 2016 at 10 a.m.