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Election 2000 chaos imagined in Longley scenario
Political scientist Lawrence Longley warned in a 1999 book that a three way 2000 race could yield a popular vote winner, a different electoral vote leader, and a 50 50 Senate deadlock. A contested Florida recount and possible legislative or court interventions could push the nation toward a House or Supreme Court resolution, with House Speaker Dennis Hastert possibly becoming president by accident.
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