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The Electoral College

This article explains the Electoral College system, where each state has a set number of electors who vote for the candidate that wins the popular vote in their state. It also explores the differences between Electoral Vote and Popular Vote and provides information on Electoral College facts and voter apathy.

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The Electoral College

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  1. The Electoral College A. HarperCivics & Economics EQ: How is the Electoral College used to elect our President?

  2. The Electoral College is a system in which each state has a predetermined number of electors. Whichever candidate wins the popular vote in a state usually receives the votes of each elector from that state. In most states it’s all or nothing. Some allow their electoral votes to be split IF two candidates receive a large amount of popular votes. Electoral College

  3. Electoral Vote vs. Popular Vote • Let’s choose a Class President!! • Candidate A: # of votes • Candidate B: # of votes • Who has the most votes? • Who wins? • This is how Popular Vote works. • The Electoral Vote is different…..

  4. Electoral College Facts • How many Electoral Votes does each state get? • Who chooses the Electors? • How many Electoral Votes is needed to win? • Do Not Click!!!

  5. Electoral College Map • Which states do you think would have the most Electoral Votes? • How many Electoral Votes do you think Obama won in 2008? • How many states do you think Obama won in 2008? • 129,391,711 Americans voted in 2008. • Map

  6. Other Facts about 2008

  7. Voter Apathy • What does Apathy mean? • Why do so few Americans take the time to vote? • Voter Turnout Since 1960 • Is it important to have more Americans vote? • What can be done to get more Americans to vote?

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