For centuries the United States has held many longstanding traditions through history. Most of them were written in the first drafts of the Constitution. However, many policies have changed over the decades, but one of these systems has not changed much since the beginning of America, the Electoral College. Even though the Electoral College system has not undergone any restrictions, it doesn’t mean that it is perfect. There are many ways to refine the process to make it a better fit for the citizens of America. The Electoral College should encourage people to vote and represent all American citizens showing that each vote matters.
The Electoral College is made up of 538 electors divided up across the 50 states and the District of Columbia. …show more content…
In fact many of these states obtain equal representation to more populous states in the Electoral College. Although some believe it is great to have equal representation in every aspect of government, the governing bodies should reflect the various demographics of the United States as a whole and most importantly satisfy the majority of citizens. Mr. William C Kimblerg, Deputy Director of FEC National Clearinghouse on Election Administration, wrote in his Article, The Pros and Cons of the Electoral College System, “in 1988, for example, the combined voting age population (3,119,000) of the seven least populous jurisdiction of Alaska, Delaware, the District of Columbia, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, and Wyoming carried the same voting strength in the Electoral College (21 Electoral votes) as the 9,614,000 persons of voting age in the State of Florida. Each Floridian 's potential vote, then, carried about one third the weight of a potential vote in the other States listed.” The Electoral Colleges lack of accuracy creates concern amongst voters and officials. The Electoral College gives some states too much power and reduces the influence of the larger
The Electoral College is made up of 538 electors divided up across the 50 states and the District of Columbia. …show more content…
In fact many of these states obtain equal representation to more populous states in the Electoral College. Although some believe it is great to have equal representation in every aspect of government, the governing bodies should reflect the various demographics of the United States as a whole and most importantly satisfy the majority of citizens. Mr. William C Kimblerg, Deputy Director of FEC National Clearinghouse on Election Administration, wrote in his Article, The Pros and Cons of the Electoral College System, “in 1988, for example, the combined voting age population (3,119,000) of the seven least populous jurisdiction of Alaska, Delaware, the District of Columbia, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, and Wyoming carried the same voting strength in the Electoral College (21 Electoral votes) as the 9,614,000 persons of voting age in the State of Florida. Each Floridian 's potential vote, then, carried about one third the weight of a potential vote in the other States listed.” The Electoral Colleges lack of accuracy creates concern amongst voters and officials. The Electoral College gives some states too much power and reduces the influence of the larger