In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by former Ohio Secretary of State and PILF Board Member Ken Blackwell for a wide-ranging conversation on election integrity, civic responsibility, and America’s future. Together, they discuss Blackwell’s decades of leadership in the election integrity space, the challenges and opportunities ahead as we approach the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, and why America remains one of the greatest places to live and thrive. Tune in for a timely discussion that connects our nation’s founding principles with the work still needed to protect the right to vote today.

On this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by Vice President for the Institute for Constitutional Government at the Heritage Foundation, John Malcolm. The pair discuss Heritage's Voter Fraud Database and how it dovetails with Public Interest Legal Foundation's Tied/Decided by One Vote Elections Databases. They also discuss which states rank best for election integrity and security measures.

In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by attorney Linda Kerns to discuss the Public Interest Legal Foundation’s ongoing Pennsylvania case involving death threats against Trump voters during the 2024 election. The conversation explores how these threats are being used as a political tool, what they mean for election administration in 2024, and how PILF is working to uphold the rule of law. Adams and Kerns also analyze the upcoming presidential election cycle and Governor Josh Shapiro’s growing ambitions for national office. Together, they provide insight into how these legal battles and political developments could shape the future of election integrity in Pennsylvania and beyond.

In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by PILF lawyer Samuel Swanson to discuss fusion voting, the constitutional right to a secret ballot... and curling! Follow us on X at https://x.com/PILFoundation

In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by PILF board member and former chairman of the New Jersey Republican State Committee David Norcross to examine how the federal election system was corrupted by leftists. The discussion focuses on how the left was successfully able to distort electoral law, the sea change posed by the Trump administration, and what the future of our elections looks like. Norcross offers first-hand insight into the implications for the future of American elections. Together, Adams and Norcross highlight how PILF is working to defend election integrity and protect the constitutional framework that ensures fair representation.

In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams is joined by Texas Judge Mark Henry to examine redistricting battles in Texas and the Public Interest Legal Foundation’s case in Petteway v. Galveston. The discussion focuses on how the Department of Justice pushed for coalition districts combining different racial and ethnic groups, why this approach is unconstitutional, and how it misuses the Voting Rights Act. Judge Henry offers first-hand insight into the implications for the future of Texas elections. Together, Adams and Judge Henry highlight how PILF is working to defend election integrity and protect the constitutional framework that ensures fair representation.

In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, host J. Christian Adams welcomes U.S. Election Assistance Commissioner Donald Palmer for an in-depth conversation about the role of the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) in safeguarding the integrity of American elections. Commissioner Palmer discusses how the EAC has helped maintain uniform voting standards across the country, offering critical support to states as they navigate an increasingly complex electoral landscape. The discussion also explores the relationship between the federal government and secretaries of state, shedding light on how collaboration has improved election administration. From setting voluntary voting system guidelines to offering resources and technical assistance, the EAC plays a vital role in helping states run secure and accessible elections. Commissioner Palmer also shares encouraging updates on how many states have strengthened their electoral practices over the last several years. These improvements, he notes, are essential to voter confidence and ensuring transparency in the democratic process.

In this episode of the Protecting Your Vote Podcast, President J. Christian Adams sit down with PILF’s three legal clerks, Hugo, Alex, and Theo, to hear about their experiences during their clerkships. They share insights on what they've learned, their favorite moments working with the Public Interest Legal Foundation, and what’s next for them after their time with PILF. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work on the frontlines of election integrity, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the clerks who help drive PILF’s mission forward.

In this episode of Protecting Your Vote, J. Christian Adams sits down with Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson for a candid conversation on election integrity in the Magnolia State. Watson shares how his office is working to modernize Mississippi's electoral systems by improving voter registration technology to increasing transparency and accountability. He also discusses the critical role of maintaining clean and accurate voter rolls and what his office is doing to ensure confidence in the state’s elections. As Secretary of State, Watson believes his job is not only administrative but also constitutional: to defend the integrity of the vote and make sure every ballot is counted lawfully. Whether it’s fighting federal overreach or working with local election officials, Watson brings a principled approach to protecting the right to vote.

PILF Litigation Counsel Joe Nixon joins the Protecting Your Vote Podcast to discuss a disturbing elections system problem that puts the secret ballot in jeopardy.