Despite initial claims of a landslide victory, Donald Trump’s popular vote percentage has dropped below 50%, significantly narrowing his margin over Kamala Harris. His final popular vote share will likely be among the lowest for a winning president in recent history, contradicting his assertions of an “unprecedented and powerful mandate.” While he retains the presidency via the Electoral College, his significantly diminished popular vote margin undermines his claims of a decisive win.
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Despite projections of a landslide victory, Donald Trump’s win was closer than anticipated, securing only a two-point margin over Vice President Kamala Harris in the popular vote. While this outcome is unfavorable for Democrats, it falls short of a complete repudiation of their party. The blame game within the Democratic Party is unproductive and obscures the larger challenges facing the country. We must move beyond finger-pointing and focus on developing strategies to block Trump’s agenda, particularly his plans for mass deportations, as signaled by his initial appointments to key positions.
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The Electoral College isn’t worth saving, even if it somehow blocks a Trump win. The very concept that a candidate can lose the popular vote yet still claim the presidency is fundamentally absurd and contradicts the basic principles of democracy. This system creates a scenario where my vote carries a different weight based solely on where I live, which I find deeply frustrating. It’s simply unfair that voters in certain states see their choices amplified over millions of others. Regardless of the political landscape or potential outcomes, the idea of preserving such a flawed mechanism is baffling.
My thoughts shift to the very real implications of voter disenfranchisement inherent in the Electoral College.… Continue reading
The electoral college has got to go. It’s an outdated, archaic system that no longer serves the interests of the American people. It’s mind-boggling that in this day and age, a candidate can win the popular vote by millions and still lose the election due to the electoral college. How is that fair or democratic?
The argument that without the electoral college, presidential candidates would only focus on more populated areas doesn’t hold water. The majority of Americans didn’t even live in urban areas until 1920, so this notion is simply unfounded. Plus, the fact that a reported 79% of campaign ad money has gone into just 7 states since Kamala entered the race shows just how skewed the electoral college system is.… Continue reading
The issue of the Electoral College has been a contentious topic for many years, with advocates and opponents on both sides fiercely defending their positions. Recently, Governor Walz made a statement calling for the abolition of the Electoral College, asserting that it is time to move beyond outdated systems that don’t serve everyone equally. And you know what? I couldn’t agree more.
The concept of the Electoral College, designed to prevent the tyranny of the majority and ensure fair representation for smaller states, has often come under scrutiny. While it may have had its place in the past, it no longer reflects the will of the people in a true democracy.… Continue reading
I wholeheartedly agree with Walz’s statement that the Electoral College ‘needs to go.’ The very concept of the Electoral College goes against the fundamental principle of democracy, which is one person, one vote. In a system where the popular vote does not always determine the outcome of an election, it is clear that the voices of the people are not being truly represented.
The Electoral College skews representation by favoring smaller states, giving them more weight in the election process. This creates an imbalance and undermines the principle of equality in voting rights. The fact that a candidate can win the presidency without securing the popular vote is a glaring flaw in the system that needs to be rectified.… Continue reading
Donald Trump says he won’t run for president in 2028 if he loses the election. Well, we’ve heard that before, haven’t we? It’s hard to trust anything that comes out of his mouth, especially considering his track record of flip-flopping on promises. The fact that he mentioned the possibility of not running for office again if he loses seems like an attempt to save face, knowing that his chances of winning are uncertain.
The recent NBC News poll showing Kamala Harris with a five-point lead over Trump is certainly promising. However, we must not become complacent. We cannot underestimate the power of Trump’s base and their unwavering support for him.… Continue reading
I cannot fathom how, after all this time, the polls are still showing a close race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. It baffles me how almost half of the country is even considering the possibility of having Trump as their leader once again. His absurd beliefs and outrageous behavior should be more than enough to keep him far from the presidency, yet here we are, still neck and neck in the polls.
It’s crucial to remember that national polls alone do not determine the outcome of the election; the Electoral College is what truly matters. Harris needs to pull ahead in key states like Michigan, Wisconsin, and especially Pennsylvania to secure a path to victory.… Continue reading
As the election season heats up and the polls show Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump, the uncomfortable truth remains: the Electoral College could once again stand in the way of a fair and democratic outcome. I, like many others, am frustrated by a system that allows a candidate to win the presidency without winning the popular vote. It’s disheartening to think that the will of the people could be overshadowed by a flawed and outdated mechanism.
The notion that Democrats have to win in a landslide to secure victory, while Republicans can squeak by with the Electoral College’s help, is deeply troubling.… Continue reading
Tim Walz has taken a bold step towards scrapping the Electoral College by adding Minnesota to the list for the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. This move brings us closer to reaching the crucial 270 electoral votes needed for this initiative to take effect. Nevada has also passed this in both legislative chambers, potentially adding another 6 electoral votes. The Compact has made progress in various states, including Michigan, Virginia, and Nevada, which could potentially add 29 more electoral votes and leave only 27 more needed.
The Electoral College has come under scrutiny due to instances where the popular vote winner did not become President, as seen in the 2016 election.… Continue reading
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