In fact, two modern vice presidents have overseen the most humbling of certifications – their own election losses. And the “creaky” old electoral system remains. Like Nixon in 1960, Gore tried to bring “grace and humor” to the proceedings, according to The Post’s coverage at the time. This Jan. 6, things are expected to proceed differently, and not just because Trump has thus far declined the take the “grace and humor” route. has signed on to House Republican objections, meaning that even if Pence acts according to the script, the objections will be heard.

Source: Washington Post January 02, 2021 12:03 UTC