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[DrHarleyboy]

Are you familiar with Federalism?

Why We Shouldn’t Scrap the Electoral College

In 1992, Bill Clinton did not get a majority of the popular vote (only 43 percent) but he received 70 percent of the electoral votes. Most elections have not been close in the Electoral College, even when the popular vote is close. For instance, in 1960, John F. Kennedy won only 49.7 percent of the popular vote, compared to Nixon’s 49.5 percent. However, Kennedy won 56.4 percent of the electoral vote, compared to Nixon’s 40.8 percent. The magnification of the electoral vote can work to solidify the country behind the new President by bestowing an aura of legitimacy.

The Electoral College preserves federalism, encourages candidates to build national coalitions, and grants definitive electoral outcomes. It requires a presidential candidate to win simultaneous elections across 50 states and the District of Columbia.

https://www.myheritage.org/news/why-we-shouldnt-scrap-the-electoral-college/

I wonder how many Democrats were out petitioning the 1992 election results, since it wasn't fair!.

I won't hold my breath waiting for an answer I already know