Title: What is your opinion? (Forum discussion)
Course: US Election 2012 - Leuphana Copy > Section: The electoral system

What is your opinion?

In 2000 Al Gore received the most popular votes in the presidential election. Yet, George W. Bush won the election and became the president of the USA.

The election system has been widely criticized by Americans and people from all over the world. It is claimed to be outdated and unfair.

Ron Paul points out arguments in favor of the system and calls for keeping the electoral college: http://www.lewrockwell.com/paul/paul226.html

Ron Paul’s argumentation could be contrasted with this video criticizing the role of the electoral college: http://blog.cgpgrey.com/the-electoral-college/

Based on argument, express your personal point of view. Illustrate adequate grounds for your decisions. Get into a discusion with your classmates.