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Another Way To Elect A President: Jumping The Shark

Another Way, by Lawrence Lessig

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Electoral Complexity: Congress and the Vice President

This chapter examines the intricate procedures involved in counting electoral votes during a joint session of Congress and the potential influence of partisan control. It scrutinizes the implications of a vice president declaring the Electoral Count Act unconstitutional and how such actions could impact the legitimacy of the electoral process. The discussion also explores the historical context and possible consequences of procedural decisions leading to a vacant presidency.

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