Why the Electoral College is the absolute worst, explained

11/24/2016

This Vox article provides an in-depth explanation of the Electoral College and its role in U.S. presidential elections. It addresses the historical reasons for the Electoral College's existence and the arguments made by its supporters and critics. The article discusses how the Electoral College functions, including the allocation of electoral votes to states based on population and the winner-takes-all system used in many states. It also delves into the potential implications and criticisms of the Electoral College, such as the possibility of a candidate winning the popular vote but losing the electoral vote. Overall, the article offers a comprehensive analysis of the Electoral College system and its impact on U.S. presidential elections.

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