Title: The electoral system
Course: US Election 2012 - Leuphana Copy

Who elects the President of the United States? How do Americans elect their Head of State? What are 'caucuses' and 'primaries', and most importantly: What happens before, during, and after election day?

In this section on the American electoral system, you will find answers to these questions and will be introduced to the important cornerstones of U.S. elections.

Task 1: Vocabulary and central concepts

Task 2: Stages of the Presidential Election

Task 3: What is your opinion?

Task 4: Check your knowledge!