Petition Asks Electoral College to Elect Hillary Clinton: Faithless Electors Explained

The video discusses the Electoral College's role in U.S. presidential elections, highlighting that electors are not bound to the popular vote. It explores the 2016 election results, potential scenarios where electors could change the outcome, and the constitutional implications. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content and subscribe for more educational videos.

What document is referenced to explain the founding fathers' mistrust of direct democracy?

• The Federalist Papers

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Magna Carta

What is a faithless elector?

• An elector who votes according to the popular vote

• An elector who is not part of the Electoral College

• An elector who abstains from voting

• An elector who votes against the popular vote

How many states have laws binding electors to the popular vote?

• 10 states

• 50 states

• 21 states

• 29 states

What was the final Electoral College tally for the 2016 election?

• Donald Trump: 270, Hillary Clinton: 268

• Donald Trump: 306, Hillary Clinton: 232

• Donald Trump: 290, Hillary Clinton: 248

• Donald Trump: 320, Hillary Clinton: 218

What is required for a candidate to win the presidency in the Electoral College?

• At least 270 electoral votes

• Support from all state legislatures

• Approval from the Senate

• A majority of the popular vote

In a scenario where no candidate wins 270 electoral votes, who decides the presidency?

• The Vice President

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate

• The Supreme Court

What role do electors play in the context of the tyranny of the majority?

• They ensure the popular vote is always followed

• They protect against the tyranny of the majority

• They are chosen by the Supreme Court

• They are responsible for counting votes