The Electoral College and the dominance of the 2 major political parties are controversial aspects of the U.S. electoral system.
Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:
- What was the Founders’ original purpose for the Electoral College?
- How has the purpose or role of the Electoral College changed from its origination to today? Provide at least 1 specific example to support your position.
- Should the United States consider changing the 2-party (i.e., Democratic and Republican) political system? Use the information you have learned in this course to support your answer.