County election officials share their experiences on the front lines of America’s elections

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Since 2020, election workers have faced protests from election deniers to death threats. We’ll hear stories from three county officials, both Democrats and Republicans, from across the country.

guests

Karen ChillcottChief Clerk for Erie County, Pennsylvania. In this role she also acts as returning officer.

Erica PorterChairman of the Board of Elections in Wake County, North Carolina.

Amy BurgansClerk and Treasurer of Douglas County, Nevada.