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The Electoral College: Why do we have it and how does it — or doesn't it — work

Here's why presidential candidates have to concentrate on a handful of swing states and why the winner of the popular vote doesn't always become president.

Pattie Gonia shares 2024 election update on who she's voting for & why

The drag artist and activist opened up on her decision, saying: "Voting isn't a love letter, it's a chess move."

The Electoral College Should Respect the Will of America

We pick our presidents based on a system set up to aid slave states. The electoral college should do the right thing and elect Hillary, writes Susan SurfTone, knowing full well it won't.

HRC's Alphonso David Moonlights at the Electoral College

David, as an elector in New York State, will play a role in making the Democratic ticket's election official.

Buttigieg Endorses Reparations, Ending Electoral College

Those are among several positions newly posted to his campaign website.

Kill the Electoral College Before Another Evil Leader Is 'Elected'

Former FBI agent Susan SurfTone has some ideas on how to end this minority-rule nightmare we're living through.

Maddow Speaks With Clinton Rep on Russian Hack, Electoral College

Jennifer Palmieri explains why Hillary Clinton's campaign supports the Electoral College receiving an intelligence briefing.

These Are the Hands that Sealed Donald Trump's Victory

More than 270 of the 538 electors voted for Donald Trump, as attempts to sway them to switch their vote fizzled out. 

'All I Want For Christmas' Parody Begs Electoral College to Fix America

Forget Santa. Only one group can give us what we really want this year.

'Not Straight Against Hate' Group Protests Trump in NYC

Hours before the Electoral College vote, self-identifying "not straight" protesters demonstrated at Trump Tower.

Minnesota Leaders React to Mosque Bombing

Hate crimes against Muslim people have risen since Donald Trump won the Electoral College.

In the Wee Hours, Congress Certifies Biden-Harris Victory

After a day when pro-Trump rioters invaded the U.S. Capitol, lawmakers finally affirmed the Electoral College vote for the Democratic ticket.

It's Official: Joe Biden Has Been Elected President, Kamala Harris VP

The election was declared in the Democratic ticket's favor after Biden pulled ahead in Pennsylvania and effectively captured over 270 Electoral College votes.

Latest Polls Indicate an Obama Victory

The last batch of polls are in and they indicate one thing: Democratic Sen. Barack Obama appears set to win the presidency today. Barring unforeseen events, the only questions now are about margins: By how much will the Illinois senator beat Republican nominee John McCain in the popular vote -- and, more importantly, in the Electoral College?

Trump’s Dangerous Blueprint For Republicans

The GOP knows it's in the minority, but that just makes its leaders more desperate and frightening.

Trump Impeachment Is a Game of Numbers for Republicans

The GOP is not concerned with the rule of law but with holding on to Trump's base and its Senate majority, writes Susan SurfTone.

Hillary Clinton Advises Pete Buttigieg on Serving in Cabinet

Be a "good steward" and immerse yourself in policy, says the former secretary of State.

This Week Was Another Reminder for The Resistance: Never Underestimate Trump

The Resistance this week: If Langston Hughes were alive today, he would tell Trump, "Let America Be America Again." 

L.A. Protesters Hope to Change the Minds of Electoral Voters

Around 200 women and allies gathered in Los Angeles Monday to convince electors with their message of "no inauguration without investigation."

December 14, 2020: The Day the News Cycle Crashed

Grim milestones, electoral uncertainty, and a big resignation.

The Unclean Hands of Donald J. Trump

Trump's hands are too filthy to hold the fate of the nation, writes Susan SurfTone.