The Election Deniers Are Now In Charge

The Atlantic Out Loud · Sep 25, 2026 · 32m

Right-wing activists have slowly taken control of a significant part of America’s local election apparatus. The country isn’t prepared for what they might do.

By Toluse Olorunnipa

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