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In reply to the discussion: This is WHY we have a Reality TV host the POTUS [View all]bigbrother05
(5,995 posts)34. Prior to that amendment, the Prez & VP weren't a single ticket
Electors could, in theory, elect from different parties. Also, for clarity, there weren't 100 Senators when the 12th was ratified, so the total # of electors has changed through the years, but still is one for each member of Congress.
The intent was that the Electors would be citizens of some standing that could potentially override the ignorance of the voting masses. While not tested, most legal experts agree that state laws requiring Electors to vote based on how the votes were cast in their state, there is no requirement for an Elector to do so.
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That's why they call themselves originalist when it comes to the constitution.
rogue emissary
Nov 2017
#11
Is this true? (I don't trust memes). I'm trying to verify it, but so far have not been able to.
C Moon
Nov 2017
#2
There are more polite ways to communicate with your fellow Democratic party folks.
C Moon
Nov 2017
#4