Economist Podcasts cover image

Election rejection: fears of a contested result

Economist Podcasts

00:00

Understanding the Complexities of the Electoral System

This chapter explores the intricacies of the U.S. electoral system as defined by the Constitution, emphasizing state control over election processes and the role of Congress in setting election dates. It also examines the historical roots of the Electoral College and the challenges of reforming this embedded system.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app