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#1624 Thomas Jefferson on American Elections

Listening to America

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Rethinking the Electoral College

This chapter explores the origins and intentions behind the Electoral College as established by the Founding Fathers, emphasizing the logistical challenges of 18th-century elections and concerns over direct democracy. It also analyzes the complexities and implications of the system, including instances where popular vote winners lost the presidency and the disproportionate influence of smaller states. The discussion advocates for potential reforms, highlighting the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact and the need for constitutional revisions to create a fairer electoral process.

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