When Will We Know Who Won? Answering Your Top Election Questions with Kerry Washington & Marc Elias

When will we know who won the presidential election? How exactly do states certify results to the Electoral College? Actor and voting rights activist Kerry Washington has been on the campaign trail for the past few months meeting with voters across the country. Kerry collected voters' questions and concerns about the election and got the answers right from the source — Marc Elias.

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This video was produced by Allie Rothenberg, Gabrielle Corporal and Paige Moskowitz. It was edited by Paige Moskowitz.

[lisaober]

Marc Elias always doing more than his part in protecting our democracy. I don’t know how you have the energy to do this. Thank you our national treasure.

[darcisw]

As I listened to you both, I thought, “These two are givers.” You are both generous and caring. You make our country and the world a much better place. I’m beyond grateful. Thank you! ❤❤🇺🇸

[mrbeat]

Mark, we are afraid of ruling anti voter issues in Pennsylvania.
Please keep fighting for our democracy ❤

[georgettaneal]

Kerry Washington, what a joy. Love her. Hardworking, beautiful, smart, and absolutely awesome woman. People are "fired up." Nice interview, Mark...😊

[johnmcfaul]

Mark is a REAL American Hero!!! We greatly appreciate you!!!

[Thinkaboutit]

Kerry and Mark, as you mentioned, let's vote for democracy, support women's rights, and choose a leader who truly cares for the people. That leader is Kamala. Mark, I appreciate the clarity you provided on the vote tally. Thank you very much! Vote Please give a thumbs-up if you agree.

[JaneD-dv]

I love the argument that it’s important to “show up and vote for the team that will do right by you & the people you love”. Thank you!

[Tandee]

I voted early in person and thanked the people across the tables for their service. The voters were very concerned that they filed out their voting forms correctly. The staff were patient and helpful while also being careful not to compromise peoples privacy.

[evilish]

Marc deserves the Presidential Medal of Freedom for sure Ty Marc for all you do and all your insight

[deepost]

.For a while I, a white woman, attended a Black church. And Kerry, Michelle, and Kamala have learned to speak honestly from their heart. This comes from their deep connection to their spiritual roots. “Build the people, before you build the steeple.” I believe that is a MLK quote. Anyway, it’s an approach that is supportive of LIFTING PEOPLE UP. It’s honest. It’s sincere. And people get it. 💙

[KarenBlechl-Horney]

Thank you Kerry and Mark! Your hard work is truly appreciated!!!! May democracy & truth win!!! 💙💙💙

[darlaleasure]

Kerry Washington ❤ beautiful woman and a great actress and person. I voted straight blue ballot 🗳 💙 Michigan. For all races, religions, and immigrants, we are all human. Thank you for helping democracy. Marc Elias thank you for fighting for democracy.

[doubledigital_]

Thank you Kerry and thank you Mark and the team!

[sammenter]

Thank you so much Kerry for all the work you are doing to preserve American democracy. Sam 🇬🇧

[MarSe]

From Arizona…I have to share this with you decent people so you can feel as joyful and hopeful as we feel… My husband used to live in a nice republican neighborhood 15 years ago. He himself WAS a republican, not anymore! We always come back to take our kids trick or treating because they give out great candy. We went back this year and what I saw brought tears to my eyes: Harris/Walz signs on everyone’s lawn!
I couldn’t believe it! I thanked God for all these good decent people! We are going to win this! We will! 💙

[elspeth]

“People don’t try to take something away that has no value.” So many do not understand the significance of this!

[gsnyder]

I’ve traveled a lot this year and can’t help noticing all the infrastructure work (roads, bridges) and I hope voters realize that’s because of Biden/Harris. Vote Harris/Walz 💙💙💙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[SPIRITWILDCHILD]

Thank you both so much. I'm originally from MI, then AZ, now Panama. Voted for HARRIS in AZ from Panama. May democracy prevail.💙💙💙💙💙💙

[kathiwright]

kerry, i am crying. thank you so much for going door to door for the people 💙

[donnazukowski]

Thank you both for your work on behalf of democracy.💙