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 Seen by many as radically out of date, the President is not elected directly by the voter but is elected by "electors".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.

National Popular Voting Plan Gets Supreme Court Boost

by DC Editors - August 13, 2015

Another nail in coffin for the Electoral College as the national popular voting plan gets support

Bernie Sanders Gives DC Statehood Huge Endorsement

by Thomas Manning - July 10, 2015

Statehood for the District of Columbia is an important issue that must be resolved by the representatives in the Congress and the Senate who make the territory their home and share it with thousands of people who do not have a voice.

Controversy Following Michigan Electoral College Snub

by DC Editors - March 17, 2015

Are changes to Michigan electoral college rules meant to help Republican Presidential candidates?

New Roadblocks Stall Oklahoma Electoral College Bill

by DC Editors - March 16, 2015

Lawmakers had pushed Oklahoma electoral college law changes earlier but new concerns block passage

Vermont Primary Timing Battle With New Hampshire

by DC Editors - February 17, 2015

New Hampshire’s first in nation primary challenged by neighbor in Vermont primary timing battle

Third Constitution of the United States – July 2014

by Roger Copple - July 24, 2014

This Third Constitution of the United States created after the Articles of Confederation and the (second) Constitution of the United States—will maximize democracy, promote world peace, and restore ecological wisdom.