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SYSK Selects: How the Electoral College Works

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Understanding the Electoral College

This chapter explores the complexities of the Electoral College system, focusing on the differences between the winner-take-all and district systems. It highlights historical examples where presidents were elected without the popular vote, discussing implications and potential political chaos. The chapter brings forth significant elections, including the well-known 2000 election, shedding light on issues like disenfranchisement and procedural errors.

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