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Electoral College Faces Renewed Scrutiny After Historic Election 2000

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Prospects for the Electoral College after Election 2000.
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The article discusses the Electoral College system in the context of the historic 2000 election. It explores the debate around abolishing the Electoral College and replacing it with a popular vote system. The researchers suggest potential reforms like district or proportional representation of the popular vote. The article also delves into the origins of the Electoral College and its role in past disputed elections. Overall, the study highlights the ongoing discussion about the legitimacy of the Electoral College in modern presidential elections.