Some he's already doing.
Consider also that at this time in 1988, former Massachusetts governor Michael Dukakis' lead over George H.W. Bush was growing, casting doubt over Bush's succeeding Ronald Reagan.
Then the Bush campaign went to the reliable Republican playbook and whipped up the racist "Willie Horton" TV ad that "proved" Dukakis was soft on crime.
Bush went on to be POTUS 41.
Understanding that millions are going to have their votes invalidated, we need to make sure everyone eligible is registered to vote.
If you are already registered, check your status to ensure you have not been thrown off the roles.
If you are uncomfortable with voting in person due to social distancing, request an absentee ballot (although several states and the U.S. Supreme Court are trying to make this more complicated). Contact your county Board of Elections for its procedures.
Add to everything the power of gerrymandering, social media lies, right-wing hate media, and foreign intervention--basically everything that propelled Trump into office in the first place--and we've got ourselves a messy fight.
This election needs to cast no doubt about Donald Trump's legitimacy to remain in office.
He will not go quietly.
He will not go willingly.
He will not respect the centuries-old tradition of a peaceful transition of power.
This November must be a landslide referendum on how historically inept he has been.
Don't take it for granted Joe Biden will win.
We need to make it happen.
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