Former President Bill Clinton Says Get Rid of the Electoral College

The transcript discusses the historical and current impact of the Electoral College, highlighting how it benefits certain states and affects voting rights. It questions the justification of the system today and explores potential changes, such as the introduction of more political parties and the need for a runoff election. The speaker reflects on past elections and considers the implications of removing the Electoral College.

What was one of the main reasons for the initial distribution of electoral votes among states?

• To ensure equal representation for all states

• To give more power to southern states with slaves

• To favor states with larger populations

• To balance the power between urban and rural areas

What is the speaker's stance on voting accessibility?

• Voting should be limited to those with higher education

• Voting should be optional for citizens

• Voting should be made easier for everyone

• Voting should be restricted to certain groups

What potential change in elections does the speaker suggest might occur if the Electoral College is abolished?

• A shift towards regional elections

• More three or four-party national elections

• An increase in two-party dominance

• A decrease in voter turnout

What percentage of the vote does the speaker suggest might be necessary for a presidential candidate in a runoff election?

• 30%

• 60%

• 40%

• 50%

What historical example does the speaker use to illustrate a president winning with less than a majority of the vote?

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• John F. Kennedy