Time for reform? considering the failures of the electoral college in the US

TIME FOR REFORM? CONSIDERING THE FAILURES OF THE ELECTORAL COLLEGE Description: This paper discusses the many shortcomings of the Electoral College, and posits possible alternative electoral processes which likely be more democratic. Time for Reform? Considering the failures of the Electoral College A common misconception among American is that when they vote they elect the President. The truth is not nearly this simple. What in fact happens when a person votes is that there vote …

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