Election Frauds and the 2020 U.S. General Election: Debunking Misconceptions

Amid the ongoing debate and scrutiny over the 2020 U.S. General Election, concerns about election fraud have persisted, particularly from the Republican Party (GOP). Critics often cite discrepancies in voter turnout and results, questioning the legitimacy of the election. One common argument is that if there was fraud, the Democratic candidate, Joe Biden, would have garnered significantly more votes, such as the 150 million that some critics claim. However, this argument is based on several misconceptions.

The Claim of Voter Fraud: Unsubstantiated and Implausible

A key point often overlooked is that even a significant overestimate of Biden's vote count, such as 150 million, would still leave a clear margin of victory for the Democratic candidate. The reasons for this lie in the nature of the election and the systems in place to ensure integrity.

According to available data, Biden won the election with approximately 81,283,046 votes, compared to Trump's 74,227,642 votes. If the Democrats had indeed manipulated the numbers to the extent as claimed, it would have been glaringly obvious, given the wide variability in vote counts across different states and precincts.

The Unsubstantiated Nature of Election Fraud Claims

One common argument from the GOP is that election fraud would be revealed if the Democrats had given Biden a significantly higher vote count. However, this fails to account for several critical factors:

Discrepancies in Voting Patterns: Results from various states showed a robust divide in voting patterns, with Republicans winning in states that historically lean Republican, and Democrats winning states that historically lean Democratic. This natural voting pattern would not have changed even if there were widespread fraud. Local and Congressional Races: The Democrats lost in many congressional and local races, which would have been unlikely if there were large-scale fraudulent voting in their favor. The 2020 General Election was comprehensive and complex, encompassing various races and constituencies. Power of Influence: Both parties are well aware of the power of the House and Senate. The Democrats lost seats in the House and only obtained a tie in the Senate due to the Georgia run-off races, indicating that no significant fraud occurred on a broad scale.

Historical Precedents and the Case of Cook County, Illinois

A prime example of the limited impact of fraud on a larger election is the 1960 presidential election, where Cook County, Illinois, could have swayed the results. In a similar vein, it would only take small-scale election fraud in a select number of precincts to influence the outcome of the 2020 election. Such incidents, however, were not widespread enough to affect the overall margins of victory in key states.

Eliminating Ignorance and Racism: Moving Forward

The persistence of these misconceptions reflects a broader issue of ignorance and racism in the country. It took only four years for the nation to succumb to these negative behaviors, and now, it seems, they have become entrenched. The 2020 election results, despite the claims of irregularities, were a testament to a fair and transparent electoral process.

The remedy to these issues lies in educating the public and fostering a culture of integrity and respect for democratic processes. While it may take time to overcome the impact of misinformation, it is crucial to focus on tangible steps towards a more informed and responsible electorate.

Keywords: 2020 U.S. General Election, Voter Fraud, Electoral Integrity