Jamil Jaffer on Protecting Elections From Interference

The transcript discusses the interference in the 2016 election and the measures taken to secure future elections, particularly the 2018 midterms and the upcoming 2020 election. It highlights the role of social media in spreading misinformation and the need for collaboration between the government and private sector to combat these issues. The media's responsibility in correcting false narratives is also emphasized. Additionally, the transcript explores the integrity of the voting process, considering blockchain technology as a potential solution, while stressing the importance of auditability.

What was a key focus of the 2018 midterm elections according to Secretary Pompeo?

• Reducing voter turnout

• Protecting the electoral process

• Changing voting locations

• Increasing campaign funding

What is a major challenge in addressing electoral manipulation through social media?

• High cost of social media campaigns

• Lack of internet access

• Limited government resources

• Distinguishing free speech from manipulation

How can the media contribute to combating misinformation during elections?

• By supporting only one political party

• By reducing news coverage

• By providing accurate information

• By ignoring false narratives

What is a suggested method to bridge the private-public divide in election security?

• Creating a collective defense system

• Reducing collaboration between sectors

• Eliminating state involvement

• Increasing government control over social media

What is Andrew Yang's proposal for improving the voting process?

• Using blockchain for vote verification

• Increasing the number of polling stations

• Extending voting hours

• Implementing online voting without verification

What is a concern associated with using blockchain in elections?

• Blockchain is too slow

• Blockchain is not secure

• Blockchain can be manipulated if controlled by a few

• Blockchain is too expensive

What is emphasized as necessary for ensuring election security?

• Creating auditability

• Increasing the number of voting machines

• Eliminating paper ballots

• Relying solely on digital sources