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    Knight Election Law Forum

    Georgia

    The third Knight Election Law Forum, a collaboration between Knight Foundation, the American Bar Association’s Task Force for American Democracy and the University of Georgia School of Law was held on September 18, 2024. This virtual series aims to equip journalists with essential, nonpartisan, fact-based knowledge on election law to better inform their communities in the lead-up to the 2024 elections and beyond.

    Panelists include:

    • C. Ryan Germany, Gilbert Harrell 
    • Audrey A. Haynes, University of Georgia School of Public and International Affairs 
    • Lori A. Ringhand, University of Georgia School of Law 
    • Peter Simmons, Protect Democracy 
    • Charles Stewart III, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    • Bryan P. Tyson, Taylor English 

    Moderated by:

    • Dr. Jonathan Peters, University of Georgia

    The panel was held virtually from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The event focuses on Georgia’s specific election law issues, tailored for local journalists. This event provides practical, nonpartisan, fact-based guidance on understanding state election laws, ensuring journalists are prepared to cover critical election issues accurately and effectively.