Issues for Debate
Strengths and Weaknesses of the Electoral College
There have been, in its 200-year history, a number of critics of the Electoral College system — many proposing reforms but most advocating its elimination. But there are also staunch defenders of the Electoral College, who, though perhaps less vocal than its critics, offer powerful arguments in its favor.Arguments Against the Electoral College Electing a Minority President. Opponents of the Electoral College are disturbed by the possibility of electing a minority president (one without the absolute majority of popular votes). This concern is not entirely unfounded since there are three ways in which that could happen. One way is if…
