

Another Way To Elect A President: The Presidential Electors (Part 5)
Oct 28, 2020
Explore the intriguing role of the electors in the U.S. Electoral College. Discover how their votes are cast, and the potential pitfalls that can arise. Delve into the historical showdown between Jefferson and Burr, and how it influenced the creation of the 12th Amendment. Learn about the complexities behind electors' duties and the often-controversial winner-takes-all system. The conversation also addresses risks of bribery and the evolving debate on the future of this electoral mechanism.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Flawed Foundations of the Electoral College
01:32 • 3min
The Ties That Bind: Jefferson, Burr, and the 12th Amendment
05:02 • 5min
Understanding Electoral College Dynamics
09:43 • 30min
Bribery and the Electoral College
40:01 • 9min
The Role and Limitations of Presidential Electors
48:43 • 4min