Question

Why do you think the founders created the Electoral College as an election method?


Give at least one specific reason and how the Electoral College addresses that concern.


(A good answer will be clear, concise, and based on information learned in our lessons)

Answer 1

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Answer 2

One specific reason why the founders created the Electoral College as an election method was to ensure that smaller states had a voice in the presidential election process. The Electoral College helps address this concern by allocating electoral votes based on the number of representatives and senators each state has in Congress. This gives smaller states, with fewer representatives in the House of Representatives, an equal say in the presidential election through their senators, thus preventing larger states from dominating the outcome solely based on their population size.

Answer 3

The founders created the Electoral College to ensure smaller states have a voice in the presidential election. By allocating electoral votes based on congressional representation, smaller states are given an equal say and prevents larger states from dominating solely based on population size.