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Explainers, analysis, and accountability reporting on the races, rules, and outcomes that shape American democracy.

Clarity in American elections

Clear, independent coverage explaining how U.S. elections work — from voting rules and ballot measures to court challenges and certification.

Explainers

How elections work, what the rules mean, and what happens when outcomes are disputed.

Federal Elections

Congressional and presidential elections explained through structure, thresholds, and consequences.

State Elections

Governors, legislatures, and ballot measures — and why state-level outcomes matter nationally.

Election Law

Court challenges, lawsuits, and legal disputes that shape election outcomes.

Certification & Recounts

What certification means, how recounts work, and when results become final.

Analysis

Clear, labeled analysis focused on what election outcomes actually change — and what they don’t.

Beyond election night

Election outcomes are shaped by law, process, and institutions — not just campaign headlines. Election Desk focuses on what happens before, during, and after votes are cast.

Why Election Desk exists

  • Explain election rules and processes without partisan spin
  • Track legal and procedural developments often ignored by headlines
  • Provide context that helps readers understand what comes next

Election Desk is independent, reader-focused, and committed to accuracy, transparency, and accountability.

Election Desk Brief

  • Weekly explanations of what matters in U.S. elections
  • Clear context on election law, certification, and disputes
  • Analysis focused on consequences, not campaign noise

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“Election coverage should explain how the system works — not just who is winning. Election Desk exists to provide clarity, context, and accountability when it matters most.”

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