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Another Way To Elect A President: Contingent Elections (Part 8)

Another Way, by Lawrence Lessig

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Contingent Elections and Constitutional Challenges

This chapter analyzes the historical mechanisms of contingent elections in the U.S., using the Massachusetts model as a lens to understand electoral evolution. It discusses key events like the 1824 election and the complexities of the Electoral College in relation to rising political dynamics and party shifts. The chapter concludes with reflections on the constitutional implications and potential reforms to ensure democratic integrity amid challenges posed by plurality voting and electoral deadlocks.

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