I've already pointed out that the Dems are loaded for bear to file state level lawsuits en masse to dispute any outcome that doesn't cater to their selected candidate. And likewise, the lessons of four years ago have hardened the Republicans to proactively file any and all possible lawsuits if the procedures seem fucky.

The attorney representing Harris's campaign has vowed to fight any non favorable outcome. I believe the republicans will think likewise.

The lawfare at this level for these stakes will rile up the masses on both sides and will piss everyone off. Let's just say that I am not displaying any Trump swag on our front yard this time, and I hid our concrete Trump lawn figurine in our back yard.

And there is plenty of ammo for lawsuits to be filed. Look up if you have not yet seen it - Lancaster County PA's DA has launched an investigation of 10s of thousands of fraudulent or "erroneous" mail in and early ballots that are not tied to identifiable natural people. This is probably happening a lot. That's one medium sized county.

I take that as a very bad sign that we're going to see more fraud this time than in 2020 or at least a higher effort to defraud. In 2020 we did not hear of such a blatant attempt to manipulate.

So I respectfully disagree with your premise that there will be a "glide path" to a relatively smooth and civil outcome. Emotions are just too high and both sides are committed to fighting at the highest level.

The issue of illegals voting in itself will be weaponized by the Republicans. The GOP will bitterly protest that all illegal votes are invalid and I don't think they will give that notion a rest without fighting. That is a new smear/shadow that will be cast over results that don't favor Trump.

The only way this MAY be peaceful is Harris winning by a landslide that can't feasibly be contested. Our side would tuck its tail gracefully if that were to occur.

Any other outcome will be a fight. Also look up Jamie Raskin on his comments on not allowing Trump to take office.

Hope I'm wrong. Really, I may be wrong and your "glide path to civility" may be correct, but we shall see.

There are a couple of idiot pubs in my town that are having election day parties on Tuesday. There is NO WAY I want to be in a public space around people who are being served alcohol when results start to come in.