2000 Election

Facts:
People were denied the right to vote just because of their name.
There are State Supreme Courts.
The Judge which decides the case can impact the outcome significantly.
Bush won the popular vote.
Bush won electoral vote 271-266
Popular vote essentially has no meaning.
Floridas Supreme Court method of recounting was violating Equal Protection Clause.
Katherine Harris was under intense criticism.

Questions:
What was wrong with why Katherine Harris was doing?
What specific errors were made in the actual recounting?
Can you truly define the "intent to vote" for a candidate?
Why were the deadlines so early?
What changes have been made to the voting process?
Why was Florida the crucial state?
Why did Gore not run in '08?
How significant was the numerous people denied a vote?
How much of an impact did this case have on the Supreme Court?