Petition Asks Electoral College to Elect Hillary Clinton: Faithless Electors Explained

Petition Asks Electoral College to Elect Hillary Clinton: Faithless Electors Explained

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History, Social Studies

6th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the Electoral College's role in U.S. presidential elections, highlighting that electors are not bound to the popular vote. It explores the 2016 election results, potential scenarios where electors could change the outcome, and the constitutional implications. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content and subscribe for more educational videos.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What scenarios could lead to Donald Trump not becoming president on January 20th?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does the House of Representatives play a role in the event of an Electoral College tie?

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What is the significance of having a Republic instead of a direct democracy as mentioned in the lecture?

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