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Should the US get rid of the Electoral College?

Americano

CHAPTER

The Electoral College Conundrum

This chapter explores the complexities and potential pitfalls of the Electoral College, particularly focusing on hypothetical scenarios like a contingent election. It examines historical precedents and the influence of partisan interests on perceptions of this electoral system, while also questioning the nature of democracy in the U.S. They highlight the intersection of immigration and voting behavior, analyzing how political affiliations have evolved alongside immigration laws and their implications.

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