Let the people pick the president : the case for abolishing the Electoral College
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"A radical spirit of change has overtaken American politics, making once-unthinkable reforms-like abolishing the Electoral College-seem possible. Two of the last five elections were won by candidates who lost the popular vote, calling the integrity of theentire electoral system into question. Political passions are already high, and they will reach a boiling point as we enter the 2020 race. The message from the American people is clear: we need major reform, and we need it now. In Let the People Pick thePresident, New York Times editorial board member Jesse Wegman makes a powerful case for abolishing the antiquated and antidemocratic Electoral College, and choosing presidents based on a national popular vote. He uncovers the Electoral College's controversial origins, profiles the many attempts to reform it over the years, and explains why it is now essential for us to remove this obsolete system and finally make every citizen's vote matter. Wegman addresses objections from both sides of the aisle and presents an airtight argument that moving toward a national popular vote would reduce voter apathy and political polarization, increase voter turnout, and restore belief in our democratic system. Abolishing the Electoral College is the keystone reform thatmust be accomplished to improve our politics; Wegman shows that this once-lofty goal can be achieved, and charts a path to accomplishing it"--,Provided by publisher.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Wegman, J. (2020). Let the people pick the president: the case for abolishing the Electoral College (First edition.). All Points Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Wegman, Jesse. 2020. Let the People Pick the President: The Case for Abolishing the Electoral College. All Points Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Wegman, Jesse. Let the People Pick the President: The Case for Abolishing the Electoral College All Points Books, 2020.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Wegman, Jesse. Let the People Pick the President: The Case for Abolishing the Electoral College First edition., All Points Books, 2020.

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