This chapter explores the complexities of Congressional bribery and the historical context of contingent elections in the U.S., highlighting moral ambiguities and the influence of state voting mechanisms. It draws parallels between historical incidents, like the 1824 presidential election, and contemporary politics, emphasizing the struggles over election legitimacy and the necessity for political negotiations.
In today's episode of the mini-series, we discuss the House contingent election. It hasn't happened since 1824, but could it this year? What could trigger it? And what would happen if the House has to choose the President?