The 21st Show

How Illinois ensures your vote is safe

Produced by Jose Zepeda
 

Reginald Hardwick/IPM News

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Election Day 2024 is just days away. Thousands of votes continue to be cast daily. There have been some bad actors who are trying to spread mis- and disinformation and trying to tamper with individuals right to vote. In Champaign, there was a physical altercation that led to some voters being unable to vote. We talked about what experts about what's being seen on the ground and how you can ensure a smooth voting process. 

Resources:

Election Protection Hotline: 

  • English: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)

  • Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682)

  • Asian Languages: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683)

  • Arabic: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287)

Guests:
 
Anne Sullivan 
Co-Chair of Mis/Disinformation Task Force, League of Women Voters Illinois
 
Arjun Thakkar
Senior Editor, Illinois Public Media

Lawrence Norden
Vice President of the Elections & Government Program, Brennan Center for Justice, New York University School of Law