We’ve seen close elections before; let’s commit to letting the process work—and to making the country better

This morning, it appears many 2020 races—notably a divisive presidential election—won’t be decided for a longer period than we’re accustomed to, as many paper ballots are yet to be counted.

It’s important in our democracy that voters have their voices heard, and so we must resist efforts to prejudge the results of contests.

By allowing election workers to carry out their responsibilities, we honor the resilience of Americans who turned out in historically high numbers, amid a pandemic, often facing long lines and deliberate barriers.

In the meantime, we need to stay focused on what unites us as Americans.