Should electoral college be abolished in favor of popular vote?

Debating the merits of direct democracy versus federalist representation.

46% For54% Against
17 For20 Against
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Former User
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Charlie Anderson
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Dora Green
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Hugo Howard
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Opal Torres
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Beth Hernandez
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Former User
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Blake Bennett
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Should electoral college be abolished in favor of popular vote?