Why do we have the Electoral College?

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Description

The Electoral College determines the outcome of the U.S. presidential election. But why does the U.S. have this system? What's the history? Why is it so hard to change the Electoral College? And what could possibly replace it? This explainer episode gives you everything you need to know. Click here for this episode's transcript.

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Title: Why do we have the Electoral College?

Format: Audio

Clean of Graphics: Yes

Type: Full Program

Subject(s): Politics, News & Public Affairs, Education

Public Broadcasting Station or Institution: WETA | PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs

Original Broadcast/Publish Date: 10/02/2024

Runtime: 00:17:37

Main Asset File Size: 0.28 GB

Rights Information:

  • Media Rights: All manner and media
  • Territory (*Please note: all internet exploitation of this program must be geo-limited to the specified territory): Worldwide
  • Term: In perpetuity
  • Releases: Unlimited
  • Editing Allowed?: Yes
  • Digital Classroom Rights: Yes
  • Promotional Use: No

Sensitive Material: N/A

Special Instructions: N/A

Language: English

 

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