Maine's secretary of state on Trump and the Super Tuesday primary

Secretary Bellows discusses the Supreme Court's decision that states cannot disqualify federal candidates based on the 14th Amendment's Section 3. She emphasizes her duty to uphold the Constitution, regardless of personal views. The conversation touches on past statements about the Insurrection Clause, the impact of public opinion on the Court's decision, and the importance of a secure election. Bellows also notes a decrease in threats against her and her family, expressing hope for high voter turnout.

What was Secretary Bellows' primary obligation as Meade's chief elections official?

• To support her personal views

• To uphold the Constitution

• To disqualify federal candidates

• To follow public opinion

What did the Supreme Court rule regarding the authority of states under Section Three of the 14th Amendment?

• It only applies to state elections

• States can apply it to federal candidates

• States have no authority to apply it to federal candidates

• It is up to each state's discretion

How did Secretary Bellows describe the Supreme Court's guidance on the election process?

• Confusing and unclear

• Clear and straightforward

• Open to interpretation

• Irrelevant to state elections

What message does the Supreme Court's decision send to future presidential candidates?

• State officials will not disqualify them based on Section Three

• They can be disqualified by state officials

• They are exempt from all constitutional clauses

• They must adhere to state-specific rules

What change did Secretary Bellows report regarding threats against her and her family?

• Complete cessation of threats

• An increase in threats

• A decrease in threats

• No change in the situation