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October 08, 2024 Knight Election Law Forum

Wisconsin

The sixth Knight Election Law Forum, a collaboration between Knight Foundation, the American Bar Association’s Task Force for American Democracy, and the University of Wisconsin Law School, was held on October 8, 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:

  • Dean Tokaji, University of Wisconsin Law School
  • Patrick Marley, Washington Post 
  • Professor Robert Yablon, State Democracy Research Initiative 

Moderated by:

  • Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio

The event focuses on Wisconsin’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.

Resources

Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC)

A nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization created by and comprised of state election officials from around the United States to help election officials maintain more accurate voter rolls and detect possible illegal voting.

Electoral Count Reform Act 2022

Clarifies the procedures for counting electoral votes, limits the role of the vice president to a ceremonial capacity, and raises the threshold for objections in Congress to prevent future attempts to overturn election results.

Minnesota Voters Alliance v. Mansky

Landmark decision of the US Supreme Court concerning the constitutionality of governmental speech restrictions in a polling place venue.

Department of Justice Election Threats Unit

A specialized DOJ task force that investigates and prosecutes threats against election workers while coordinating with federal, state, and local law enforcement to protect the electoral process.

My Vote Wisconsin

Wisconsin's official election website where voters can track their ballots and access voting information

Brennan Center for Justice Report on Voting Laws

Tracks voting legislation around the country, keeping an eye on measures that restrict or expand voting access, improve security, or undermine election integrity.

Brennan Center Survey on Election Officials

Survey documenting that 38% of local election officials have experienced threats, harassment, or abuse