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Electoral College articles on Democracy Chronicles

The Electoral College is an institution that officially elects the President of the US every four years. Seen by many as radically out of date, the President is not elected directly by the voter but is elected by "electors". Also see our section on American democracy and our articles on proportional representation.

The Case For Abolishing The Electoral College

by DC Editors - March 28, 2022

The Case For Abolishing The Electoral College

The Electoral College is in part to blame for the deep challenges American democracy has faced in recent years, notably in 2020, article.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Election History, Election Methods, Election Science, Electoral College

Situating A Governor’s Duties Under The Electoral Count Act

by DC Editors - March 10, 2022

Situating A Governor’s Duties Under The Electoral Count Act

One question that’s arisen in Electoral Count Act reform concerns the role of the governor certifying the state’s election results.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Electoral College

PODCAST: Tracing The Rise Of Illiberalism

by Jenna Spinelle - February 25, 2022

Thomas Main’s new book The Rise of Illiberalism explores the philosophical underpinnings of this toxic political ideology and documents its rise.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: American Corruption, Electoral College, Worldwide

What If Everyday People Ran Los Angeles?

by Joe Mathews - February 17, 2022

If the crisis in democracy had a capital, it would be Los Angeles. And if democracy is going to be saved, that rescue needs to start in California.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: American Local Elections, Election Methods, Electoral College, Proportional Representation

Election Reforms That Both Democrats And Republicans Seem To Like

by DC Editors - February 3, 2022

Election Reforms That Both Democrats And Republicans Seem To Like

Although Democrats and Republicans often disagree on election reform, there are still certain aspects that they can both agree with.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Democrats, Early Voting, Electoral College, Republicans

How To Reform The Electoral College Correctly

by DC Editors - January 8, 2022

How To Reform The Electoral College Correctly

Some see the Electoral College as a key aspect of American democratic stability others not, arguing that it erodes the will of the majority.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Electoral College, Proportional Representation

McConnell Cracks Door To Electoral Count Act Reform

by DC Editors - January 8, 2022

McConnell Cracks Door To Electoral Count Act Reform

McConnell is signaling openness to Electoral Count Act reform a year after Republicans tried to stop certification of Biden’s victory.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Electoral College, Republicans

Electoral College Changes Before 2024?

by DC Editors - December 17, 2021

Electoral College Changes Before 2024?

A different form of Electoral College change could be on the horizon depending on the results of the 2022 midterm elections.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: Electoral College

Congress Eyes Changes to Electoral Count Law

by DC Editors - December 5, 2021

Congress Eyes Changes to Electoral Count Law

The Jan. 6th congressional committee is taking steps to overhaul the law Trump attempted to use to overturn the 2020 presidential election.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Electoral College

How Many Californians Is Your Vote Worth?

by DC Editors - May 25, 2021

How Many Californians Is Your Vote Worth?

If you live in California, you might be outraged that an 18th-century system designed to defend slave owners has devalued your vote.

Filed Under: Democracy in America Tagged With: American State Elections, Electoral College, Proportional Representation

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