In 2012, Donald Trump tweeted that the Electoral College was "a disaster for democracy." https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/266038556504494082 Tuesday night he changed his tune after … [Read more...] about Trump Touts ‘the Brilliance of the Electoral College’ After Denouncing it as ‘a Disaster for Democracy’
Electoral College
Former Maine GOP Gov. Paul LePage: Eliminating Electoral College Would Make Whites ‘Forgotten People’
Former Maine GOP Governor Paul LePage exposed a Republican truth to a conservative WVOM morning show in a discussion about the Electoral College this week. LePage told the George Hale Ric Tyler … [Read more...] about Former Maine GOP Gov. Paul LePage: Eliminating Electoral College Would Make Whites ‘Forgotten People’
Martin Sheen, Moby, BD Wong, Debra Messing, and Other Celebs Call on Electoral College to Reject Trump: WATCH
Martin Sheen, Debra Messing, James Cromwell, BD Wong, Noah Wyle, Freda Payne, Bob Odenkirk, J. Smith Cameron, Michael Urie, Moby, Mike Farrell, Loretta Swit, Richard Schiff, and Christine Lahti are … [Read more...] about Martin Sheen, Moby, BD Wong, Debra Messing, and Other Celebs Call on Electoral College to Reject Trump: WATCH
What If the Electoral College Rejected Donald Trump?
In the aftermath of the November presidential election, Towleroad is exploring several legal issues related to the result, the incoming administration, and the future of democracy in America. If you … [Read more...] about What If the Electoral College Rejected Donald Trump?
Can We Get Rid of the Electoral College?
In the aftermath of the November presidential election, Towleroad is exploring several legal issues related to the result, the incoming administration, and the future of democracy in America. If you … [Read more...] about Can We Get Rid of the Electoral College?
Why Do We Have the Electoral College?
In the aftermath of the November presidential election, Towleroad is exploring several legal issues related to the result, the incoming administration, and the future of democracy in America. If you … [Read more...] about Why Do We Have the Electoral College?
Hillary Clinton’s Lead in the Popular Vote Just Surpassed 2 Million, But Don’t Call the DOJ Demanding an Audit
Hillary Clinton has received more than two million more votes in the election than Donald Trump, a margin not seen for a losing candidate since 1876. The NYT reports: Mrs. Clinton’s lead now … [Read more...] about Hillary Clinton’s Lead in the Popular Vote Just Surpassed 2 Million, But Don’t Call the DOJ Demanding an Audit
Six Electors Vow to Switch Votes to Block Trump
Six electors have vowed to switch their votes away from Donald Trump despite the popular vote results in their states which favored the Republican president-elect. Many experts believe that this … [Read more...] about Six Electors Vow to Switch Votes to Block Trump
Outgoing CA Senator Barbara Boxer Introduces Bill to Abolish the Electoral College
Outgoing California Senator Barbara Boxer has introduced a bill into congress that would abolish the electoral college. Many Democrats have urged that the Electoral College be abandoned following … [Read more...] about Outgoing CA Senator Barbara Boxer Introduces Bill to Abolish the Electoral College
Michael Dukakis: Abolishing the Electoral College Must Be a Top Democratic Priority
Former Democratic nominee Michael Dukakis has joined in the chorus of voices calling for the abolishment of the electoral college. Politico reports: “Hillary won this election, and when the votes … [Read more...] about Michael Dukakis: Abolishing the Electoral College Must Be a Top Democratic Priority
