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What happens to ensure your vote for president is counted?
Civics 101
Understanding Electoral Processes and Significant Historical Contexts
This chapter explores the critical role of electors in the presidential election system, detailing their functions, the certification process of electoral votes, and the concept of faithless electors. It reviews historical events such as the contentious 1876 election and the implications of the Electoral Count Act, as well as the recent challenges faced during the 2021 certification. The chapter culminates in an examination of the Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022, intended to enhance clarity and efficiency in the electoral process.
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