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Recount Calendar

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More than three weeks after the election, the battle for the presidency marches on. A decision by the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday’s hearing is expected early next week. In addition, the Florida Legislature is considering a special session to appoint electors if court battles extend beyond the Dec. 12 federal deadline to choose them.

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Today: Hearing in Leon County by Circuit Judge N. Sanders Sauls on Al Gore’s petition to overturn Florida’s results and continue recounts in three counties.

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Sunday: Possible appeals in Leon County. Counting of disputed ballots could begin.

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Monday: Hearing in Seminole County Circuit Court regarding question of mishandled absentee ballots.

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Wednesday: Hearing in Martin County Circuit Court concerning question of mishandled absentee ballots.

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Dec. 12: Deadline for Florida to finalize its election results and certify its electors.

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Dec. 18: Members of electoral college--the electors--cast their votes for president and vice president.

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Jan. 6: Results of electoral college vote read to joint session of Congress.

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Jan. 20: New president and vice president are inaugurated.

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