Joe Biden’s first remarks as the apparent winner of the presidential election were a call for unity and healing. It was a good speech — full of hope and charity, and I actually believe he meant it. But his call for compromise will be tested early on if, when the dust settles, he is certified as our next president.

“For all those of you who voted for President Trump, I understand the disappointment tonight. I’ve lost a couple times myself,” Biden said on Saturday evening. “But now, let’s give each other a chance.”