Judicial Watch’s bold move to sue Mississippi on behalf of the state’s Libertarian Party is a testament to the relentless pursuit of election integrity. This lawsuit is about setting a precedent that ensures our elections remain secure, transparent, and, most importantly, constitutional. The practice of accepting and counting ballots days after Election Day undermines the very fabric of our democratic process, allowing room for errors, manipulation, and fraud.
The 2020 election in Mississippi, where up to 1.7% of the votes were received after Election Day, blatantly disregards federal law and the clear directive that the United States has one Election Day, not an extended voting period susceptible to abuse. This isn’t just an administrative oversight; it’s a direct assault on the civil rights of every American voter whose ballot is devalued by late, potentially illegitimate votes.
Judicial Watch’s stance, supported by the Electoral Count Reform Act, reinforces the sanctity of Election Day. The law is clear: Election Day cannot be arbitrarily extended without extreme and catastrophic circumstances, none of which were present in Mississippi in 2020. The lawsuit against Illinois for its egregious 14-day post-Election Day counting window and the ongoing appeal further highlight the widespread nature of this issue.
Tom Fitton’s statement, “The law requires an ‘Election Day,’ not an ‘Election Week,’” cuts to the heart of the matter. Mississippi’s five-day extension is not just illegal; it’s a betrayal of voter trust and an open invitation to fraud. Judicial Watch’s broader efforts, including the successful push in Washington, D.C., to clean up voter rolls, demonstrate a commitment to upholding the principles of free and fair elections.
As the 2024 election looms, the actions of Democrats to undermine election integrity, whether through extending voting periods without justification or attempting to disenfranchise voters by removing candidates like Donald Trump from ballots, must be confronted head-on. Judicial Watch’s lawsuit is a crucial step in this battle, ensuring that every American’s vote counts and is counted correctly, preserving the cornerstone of our republic. The fight for election integrity is far from over, but with champions like Judicial Watch, we have a fighting chance to restore faith in our electoral process.
Author: Scott Dowdy
