The major news networks “call” the election, based on set rules, established prior to the election. The Secretaries of State certify the results, and this can occur much later. Candidates are certainly allowed to announce “likely” victory, well before this, and I would take all this as just politics.

I expect all networks to hold off declaring an election victory for either candidate until there is nearly no doubt as to the winner. So, patience is needed. I expect recounts in several states.

This is an extremely close election. Calm and patience is need from all. Restraint is needed from the broadcast stations.

Stay tuned,

Dave