Consider This from NPR Trump's Election Denialism Could Hurt His Own Party, And Its Media Allies
Dec 3, 2020
Trump's election denialism sparks concerns about Georgia's runoff election, with some supporters potentially opting out. Tensions rise as election officials face real threats, calling for an end to violent rhetoric. Meanwhile, the influence of right-wing media like Newsmax grows, challenging Fox News and reshaping conservative discourse. The implications for the Republican Party are profound, revealing cracks in party unity and raising questions about future electoral strategies.
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Missy Landers' Election Concerns
- Trump supporter Missy Landers attended a rally protesting the 2020 election results.
- She expressed insecurity about the election process due to circulating news and information.
Sterling Condemns Violent Rhetoric
- Gabriel Sterling, Georgia's voting system manager, condemned violent rhetoric surrounding the election.
- He expressed concern about threats against election officials and the potential for actual violence.
Death Threats Against Election Worker
- Sterling spoke out after a young election worker received death threats following a conspiracy theory.
- The threats stemmed from a video misrepresenting the worker's actions.