Resolution for Nullification and Remedy for the 2020 General Election
Whereas, in light of the ongoing concerns and debates surrounding the legitimacy of the
November 3, 2020, General Election, and the failure to conclusively prove or disprove the
numerous allegations of irregularities and potential maladministration and fraud, the following
resolution is hereby enacted;
Whereas, the Declaration of Independence asserts that governments derive "their just powers
from the consent of the governed," and that when a government becomes destructive of the
people’s rights, "it is the Right of the People to alter or abolish it, and to institute new
Government." In this case, the significant concerns regarding the integrity of the 2020 General
Election threaten the consent of the governed, and thus corrective action is necessary to restore
public confidence in the electoral system;
Whereas, Article II, Section 1 of the United States Constitution grants states the power to appoint
electors for presidential elections, and this authority must be exercised in a manner that ensures
transparency, fairness, and adherence to established law. The actions of public functionaries
involved in conducting our elections must align with constitutional protections of due process
and equal protection under the Fourteenth Amendment;
Whereas, the First Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees the people's right to
petition their government for redress of grievances, and the widespread concerns about the 2020
election represent a legitimate exercise of that right, demanding that these concerns be addressed
through transparent and lawful means;
Whereas, the Michigan Constitution and Michigan Compiled Laws, including MCL 168.765a
(absentee ballot verification) and MCL 168.861 (contested elections), outline specific procedures
for absentee voting, voter identification, and election transparency, and violations of these laws
undermine the validity of the 2020 election;
Whereas, Anderson v. Celebrezze, 460 U.S. 780 (1983), established that election laws must
balance state control of elections with federal constitutional protections, particularly the rights of
voters and candidates, and that when state laws interfere with these rights, they must be carefully
scrutinized. The violations of Michigan election law, including absentee ballot verification, have
interfered with the constitutionally protected rights of voters to participate in free and fair
elections;
Whereas, the Federalist Papers, particularly Federalist No. 68 by Alexander Hamilton,
emphasize the importance of safeguarding the electoral process from corruption and undue
influence, and Federalist No. 51 by James Madison advocates for checks and balances, which
support the need for stringent oversight and transparency in the electoral process;
Whereas, Federalist No. 10 by James Madison warns against the dangers of factionalism and the
need to protect the public good from the influence of special interest groups, which could seek to
corrupt the election process, a concern directly relevant to the allegations of ballot harvesting and
improper election procedures during the 2020 election;
Whereas, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's unilateral changes to absentee ballot
signature verification procedures, which were issued without legislative approval, were ruled a
violation of the Michigan Administrative Procedures Act in Case No. 20-000091-MZ,
confirming that these changes were implemented without following the proper legislative
process;
Whereas, concerns have been raised regarding the legality and propriety of the certification
process in the State of Michigan, including whether procedural violations or irregularities in the
certification of votes may have invalidated the election results, thus calling into question the
certification's legitimacy;
Whereas, the United States Supreme Court in Bush v. Gore, 531 U.S. 98 (2000), established that
equal protection principles must be applied uniformly to all voters, and the failure to ensure this
uniformity during the 2020 election constitutes a violation of voters' constitutionally protected
rights;
Whereas, precedent exists in case law that highlights the importance of strict adherence to legal
procedures in elections to prevent violations of the principles enshrined in the Constitution:
Bush v. Gore, 531 U.S. 98 (2000): The U.S. Supreme Court held that the equal
protection clause of the 14th Amendment requires states to ensure that election
procedures, including vote counting and certification, adhere to consistent standards and
provide equal treatment to all voters. Any significant deviation or irregularity in these
procedures could render an election result invalid.
Baker v. Carr, 369 U.S. 186 (1962): Established the principle of "one person, one vote,"
underscoring that election laws and procedures must adhere strictly to constitutional
standards to ensure fairness and equity in the process.
Reynolds v. Sims, 377 U.S. 533 (1964): Reinforced the idea that election processes,
including certifications, must be conducted under the equal protection clause and that
states are bound by legal standards that prevent arbitrary or inconsistent certification
procedures.
Roe v. Alabama, 43 F.3d 574 (11th Cir. 1995): Demonstrated that certification
processes in state elections must adhere to the rule of law, and deviations from legally
established procedures could potentially nullify an election outcome if these deviations
undermine the integrity of the results.
Whereas, allegations of widespread ballot harvesting and absentee voting irregularities are
documented in multiple sources, including the documentary "2000 Mules," which presents
geolocation data and surveillance footage purportedly showing coordinated efforts to deposit
large numbers of ballots into drop boxes, in violation of state and federal election laws;
Whereas, affidavits, witness testimonies, and expert reports submitted in various state legislative
hearings, including those in Michigan, allege significant procedural irregularities, such as
restricted poll observer access, improper handling of absentee ballots, and inconsistent
application of election laws, which undermine public confidence in the integrity of the 2020
election;
Whereas, the Fourteenth Amendment guarantees equal protection and due process to all citizens,
and the irregularities described constitute violations of these rights protected by the Constitution,
as certain voters were treated unequally in the administration and counting of their ballots;
Whereas, Federalist No. 39 by James Madison underscores the principle of federalism, ensuring
that the states have control over their elections, which must be consistent with federal
constitutional protections, and any violation of state election laws, such as those identified in
Michigan, threatens this balance;
Whereas, the Declaration of Independence affirms the right of the people to alter or abolish any
government that fails to protect their fundamental rights, including the right to free and fair
elections, and the allegations of widespread maladministration, fraud and irregularities
necessitate immediate action to protect the integrity of future elections;
Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the results of the November 3, 2020, General Election are
hereby nullified due to substantial concerns regarding the legitimacy and integrity of the election
process, and the potential violations of constitutional principles, state and federal law, and
judicial precedent;
Be it further resolved, that due to significant concerns about the legality and constitutionality of
the certification process in the State of Michigan, there is cause to question the validity of the
election results certified by the State of Michigan, and therefore, the election should be nullified
pending a full legal review;
Be it further resolved, that the United States must ensure that all future elections, including the
certification of election results, adhere to the strict standards established by the United States
Constitution, the Michigan Constitution, and relevant federal and state laws to maintain public
trust and uphold the principles of a representative form of government;
Be it further resolved, that all subsequent elections conducted under the presumption of the
legitimacy of the 2020 election results are also nullified, and a special election shall be
immediately scheduled and conducted to fill all offices affected by the nullification of the 2020
election and subsequent elections;
Be it further resolved, that the special election shall be conducted under the most stringent and
transparent standards of election integrity, including but not limited to:
a. Voter identification requirements to determine legal citizenship and appropriate precinct
assignment based on residence;
b. Strict chain of custody procedures for ballots;
c. Recording, monitoring, and auditing of vote counting;
d. Open and accessible processes for challenging and verifying election results;
e. Voting in private, with hand-counting conducted in public with redundant counting;
f. Reporting at the precinct level and publicly accessible;
Be it further resolved, that the special election shall be overseen by a multipartisan local
commission of respected and trained legal and election experts, with equal representation from
major and minor political parties, as well as independent observers, in keeping with Federalist
No. 51’s principle of ensuring proper checks and balances in the electoral process;
Be it further resolved, that all candidates for office in the special election shall be subject to the
same standards of transparency, disclosure, and accountability;
Be it further resolved, that the results of the special election shall be final and binding, and any
challenges or disputes shall be resolved through a fair and impartial process conducted at the
local level with no interference from the state. Reporting shall be conducted at the precinct level
and called into the county and state authorities;
Be it further resolved, that the nullification of the 2020 election and subsequent elections, and the
holding of a special election, shall not be construed as an admission of guilt or wrongdoing by
any individual or entity. However, an immediate investigation and audit of all election processes
and the actions of individuals involved in certifying the 2020 election shall be initiated, in line
with Federalist No. 68's focus on election integrity and protecting the process from undue
influence;
Be it further resolved, that this resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption and
shall remain in effect until the special election has been completed and the results have been
certified;
Be it further resolved, that the provisions of this resolution shall be enforced by all relevant
authorities, and any attempt to interfere with or obstruct the special election shall be subject to
the full force of the law;
Be it further resolved, that this resolution is adopted in the interest of restoring faith in the
electoral process, protecting the integrity of our Republic, and upholding the constitutional
principles upon which this nation was founded.
NOTIFIED
It is hereby notified that a special election shall be conducted to fill all offices affected by the
nullification of the 2020 election and subsequent elections. The special election shall be
conducted in accordance with the provisions of the attached resolution.
All relevant authorities and stakeholders are hereby directed to take immediate action to
implement the provisions of this resolution and to ensure the successful and transparent conduct
of the special election.
Signed,
US Taxpayers Party of Michigan
Summary of Constitutional, Legal, and Foundational Principles:
U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 1: States' authority to regulate elections.
First Amendment: Right to petition the government for redress of grievances.
Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments: Due process and equal protection under the law.
Tenth Amendment: State powers in election regulation.
Declaration of Independence: Right of the people to alter or abolish a government that
does not secure their fundamental rights.
Federalist Papers Nos. 10, 39, 51, and 68: Emphasis on checks and balances, protecting
against factionalism, and safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process.
Anderson v. Celebrezze, 460 U.S. 780 (1983): Balancing state control of elections with
federal constitutional protections.
Bush v. Gore, 531 U.S. 98 (2000): Uniform application of election laws under equal
protection.
Baker v. Carr, 369 U.S. 186 (1962): Established the right of voters to have their
elections conducted in a manner that protects their constitutional rights.
Reynolds v. Sims, 377 U.S. 533 (1964): Reinforces the necessity of fairness and legal
standards in election certification to comply with the equal protection clause.
Roe v. Alabama, 43 F.3d 574 (11th Cir. 1995): Held that significant deviations from
state election certification laws could undermine the election's validity and warrant
nullification.
Michigan Court of Claims Ruling, Case No. 20-000091-MZ: Michigan Secretary of
State’s unlawful changes to absentee ballot verification.
Michigan Compiled Laws (MCL 168.765a and MCL 168.861): Governing absentee
ballots and contested elections.