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ProPublicaJUL 30 2024
US Electoral System Overview
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The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
The Electoral College is a key feature of the US constitution, designed to balance power and prevent majority tyranny, reflecting the founders' vision. Despite Trump's 2016 victory prompting criticism, with some arguing it doesn't reflect the will of the people, the Electoral College has aligned with the popular vote in 54 of 59 elections. The system operates as intended, ensuring equal representation and preventing a few major cities from dominating national decisions, giving citizens from all 50 states a voice.
Establishment-critical narrative
The Electoral College has long faced scrutiny for failing to reflect the popular will, and it's time to consider significant overhauls. While it was originally designed to prevent the "uneducated masses" from electing an unfit president, electors are now bound to their state's popular vote. This shift has concentrated power in a few states, straying from the founders' intent. True democratic justice requires reforming or abolishing the Electoral College, expanding the electorate, and opposing all voter suppression laws.