Topic: 1800 Election

2 chapters across the catalog

Vaxsaline
Episode 1309 2:34:09 - 2:36:21

1309: Vaxsaline

Thomas Jefferson, Georgia Electors and the 1800 Election

In the 1800 election, Vice President Thomas Jefferson faced a similar situation regarding contested electors from Georgia. Despite the certificates not conforming to constitutional requirements, Jefferson unilaterally declared them valid to ensure he would not face a five-person runoff in the House. This historical example is used to argue that the Vice President has the constitutional authority to determine which electoral slates are counted.

LIE-DAR
Episode 1637 1:07:52 - 1:10:29

1637: LIE-DAR

American Revivalism, Political Cycle Theory

A discussion on historical cycles suggests that America may be overdue for a major religious revival similar to those seen in the 1800s. Some analysts believe the current aggressive secularism and media attacks on faith will eventually trigger a massive cultural backfire. There is also a theory that some Democrats may actually want a Trump victory to avoid being blamed for an impending economic collapse under the Biden administration.