The electoral college exists as it does due to slavery. It’s not broken — it’s working as intended. - Abril Garrido Chivato - Medium

The American System Is Broken

David Frum

Abril Garrido Chivato

Nov 7, 2020

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The electoral college exists as it does due to slavery. It’s not broken — it’s working as intended.

Abril Garrido Chivato

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