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County election officials share experiences from the frontlines of America's elections

An official Pennsylvania ballot return envelope is seen, Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2024 in Pa. (AP Photo/Michael Rubinkam)
An official Pennsylvania ballot return envelope is seen, Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2024 in Pa. (AP Photo/Michael Rubinkam)

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

Guests

Amy Burgans, clerk-treasurer in Douglas County, Nevada.

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

Karen Chillcott, chief clerk for Erie County, Pennsylvania. In that she role, she also serves as the clerk of elections.

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