Author: Clare Roth

The US Electoral College Demystified Upon first (and maybe second) glance, the US Electoral College — the proportional system that ultimately determines the winner of the US presidential election — may seem impossible to make heads or tails of. Let us break it down for you. Why did the US decide on this system? The Electoral College was established by the framers of the US Constitution in 1787 to prevent the centralization of power and avoid a monarchy-like structure. At the time, the electorate was not considered educated enough to make responsible voting decisions, leading to the compromise of appointed…

The US Electoral College can seem confusing, but its purpose was to prevent centralized power after the Revolutionary War. Established in 1787, the system involves appointed electors from each state voting for the president based on the population. With 538 electoral votes up for grabs, 270 are needed to win the presidency. Americans vote for the candidate’s electors, who typically vote for the winning candidate in their state. However, it’s possible for a candidate to win the Electoral College while losing the popular vote. In the event of a tie, the House of Representatives decides the winner. Swing states, like…

Foreign Interference Expected in 2024 US Presidential Election Experts in US intelligence and national security have warned that foreign actors are likely to attempt to interfere with the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Despite much of the intelligence on this issue being classified, FBI Director Christopher Wray has publicly stated that many foreign actors are showing interest in the election scheduled for November 5, 2024. A recent report by the Microsoft Threat Analysis Center highlighted the rising online threats, particularly from Russian actors, signaling potential interference. Governments often engage in election meddling to undermine US democracy, divert attention from internal issues,…