The Electoral College: Why Such a Big Debate?
Discussion
Can you become President of the U.S. even if you didn't get the most votes? Yes, thanks to the Electoral College. It was originally designed to help rural states have an equal say in elections, but now, as more and more people flock to urban centers critics say it's eroding democracy. What do you think?
Make & Share
Go way back to 2016, the election Trump won because he got got more elector votes, but fewer popular votes. Create an audio or video intervew with a classmate about whether or not they think it's fair and why or why not. Upload your YouTube or Soundcloud link in the Make & Share tab.
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