To the Point

Voter rights, voter intimidation and poll monitors

Hosted by Warren Olney Nov. 02, 2016 National

For decades, Republicans have organized "poll watchers" to prevent so-called "voter fraud." This year, Democrats have filed suits, claiming that Donald Trump is inciting his supporters to "intimidate" prospective Clinton voters in neighborhoods where Trump claims "cheating" is likely. We look at the potential for trouble at polling places.

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Credits

Host:
Warren Olney

Producers:
Jenny Hamel, Sáša Woodruff, Tena Rubio