Tag electoral college

October 28, 2019
in Political Science

Selecting the Next President: Majority Rule and the Electoral College

October 28, 2019
in Political Science

George C. Edwards III— Can the intentions of the framers justify the violation of majority rule in the twenty-first century? Most of the motivations behind the creation of the electoral college are simply irrelevant today and can be easily dismissed. Legislative election is not an option, there is little danger

November 4, 2008
in Current Affairs, Political Science

What to read when you’re at the polls

November 4, 2008
in Current Affairs, Political Science

For political science junkies, this election season has been a two-year dream come true. There are a million studies waiting to be written on Obama’s online fundraising techniques and McCain’s maverick vice-presidential pick, but while you’re in line at the polls or watching the results come in, you can check