Why the Electoral College Is Bad for America

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'The most recent election and its sordid aftermath have only strengthened George Edwards' powerful critique of the Electoral College as a device for selecting presidents. Deftly dismantling the arguments offered by its defenders, Edwards makes a persuasive case that electing presidents by popular vote is not only more democratic but also an eminently workable step toward a healthier national polity. Readers will come away ready to amend the Constitution.' Gary Jacobson, Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Political Science, University of California San Diego 'A valuable update, incorporating new material from the 2016 and 2020 elections. Building on a detailed account of the workings and defects of the Electoral College, Edwards assembles mountains of evidence to eviscerate the arguments made in support of an archaic electoral system that violates the democratic principle that all votes should count equally.' Alexander Keyssar, Matthew W. Stirling, Jr, Professor of History and Social Policy, Harvard University and author of Why Do We Still have the Electoral College? '[A] meticulous and interesting history of presidential elections, highlighting a litany of problems that have or almost occurred with the Electoral College ... the book provides a solid historical background of the Electoral College, including its development and use, and offers a range of possible alternatives. The book is well structured and accessible to general readers, but is strongly recommended for undergraduate and graduate students, especially those studying American political history and the presidency. ... Highly recommended.' C. Kinsella, CHOICE