Conference on Electoral Mechanics, Processes, and Expectations for Fair and Credible Elections
In recent years, the process for securing elections has been called into question. So how do elections really work? What systems are in place to ensure open, fair voting for all?
On September 11 and 12, we examined the inner workings of the election process as well as expectations for staff conduct around elections.
This series was brought to us in partnership with Principles for Trusted Elections and More Perfect's Sustainable Democracy Goals. Co-chaired by Mike Ford (son of President Ford) and Jason Carter (grandson of President Carter), the Principles for Trusted Elections is an effort to bring awareness to the process insuring fair, safe, and secure elections. More Perfect's "Five Democracy Goals" were created to collectively support the key cornerstones of a sustainable and vigorous democracy.
The tenets of these programs are essential to maintaining a credible democratic process.
Politicians and Press Spoke on Restoring Voter Confidence by Promoting Electoral Norms
Open to the public and the press, the conference spanned two days, and featured many notable panelists, including:
Mike Ford, son of President Gerald Ford
Jason Carter, grandson of President Jimmy Carter
Susan Page, Ford School faculty and former U.S. Ambassador
Tammy Patrick, National Association of Election Administrators
Pam Fessler, former NPR correspondant
Chris Newlon, co-founder of Team Democracy
Jordan Brooks, More Perfect
September 11: Jason Carter and Mike Ford: An Armchair Conversation on Trusted Outcomes
Ford and Carter spoke on the importance of a peaceful transfer of power in a polarizing presidential election year. We heard how the legacies of Presidents Ford and Carter (civility, cooperation, and a spirit of service) continue to matter in the United States today.
Watch the Sept 11 Program Here
Watch the Sept 12 Programs Here
Panel 1 - Norms to Restore Trust in American Elections
Moderator: Jeff Polet
Panelists: David Carroll, Chris Newlon, Tammy Patrick
Panel 2 - The Role of Candidates and Parties in Ensuring an Honest Process
Moderator: Sarah Lenti
Panelists: Jason Carter, Ambassador Tim Roemer, Zach Wamp
Panel 3 - Election Officials and Electoral Safeguards in 2024 for Secure Voting
Moderator: Ambassador Susan Page
Panelists: Tina Barton, Joseph Kirk, Justin Roebuck
Panel 4 - Media and Responsible Oversight of Elections
Moderator: Heather Balas
Panelists: Pam Kessler, Roop Raj, Sabrina Schaeffer
Panel 5 - Cross-Partisan Efforts to Promote Peaceful Electoral Participation
Moderator: Jordan Brooks
Panelists: Ryan Callahan, Ellen Gustafson
Panel 6 - Media and Responsible Oversight of Elections
Moderator: Heather Balas
Panelists: Pam Kessler, Roop Raj, Sabrina Schaeffer
Photos of the Event
When
September 11 & 12, 2024
Program Supporters
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
The Carter Center
More Perfect
Ford School of Public Policy
