Now that Donald Trump has won the presidency despite…
“Now that Donald Trump has won the presidency despite losing the popular vote, there's a growing cry to rethink, or even abolish, the electoral college. This would be a mistake.”
About This Quote
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Criticizing the call to abolish the Electoral College after a contested election warns against hasty constitutional changes that may destabilize governance.
In simple terms: Abolishing the Electoral College now would be a mistake.
Consider reforms carefully before drastic action.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy debate
- civic education
- legislative analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the pros and cons of the Electoral College?
- How can the system be improved without abolition?
May dismiss valid reform arguments.