Should electoral college be abolished in favor of popular vote?

Debating the merits of direct democracy versus federalist representation.

β€’Sep 11, 2025β€’12 argumentsβ€’155 votes
46% For54% Against
17 For20 Against

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Arguments supporting this position

FU
Former User
+88
110 up / 22 down

Evidence from Sweden and Denmark demonstrates that this policy leads to measurable improvements. The data shows 40% improvement in key performance indicators.

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Charlie133
+70
92 up / 22 down

Evidence from Sweden and Denmark demonstrates that this policy leads to measurable improvements. The data shows 40% improvement in key performance indicators.

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Dora987
+38
62 up / 24 down

Evidence from Sweden and Denmark demonstrates that this policy leads to measurable improvements. The data shows 40% improvement in key performance indicators.

FU
Former User
+8
40 up / 32 down

Economic analysis indicates that GDP growth correlates positively. Multiple studies from MIT and Stanford confirm these findings.

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Arguments opposing this position

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Hugo844
🎯Changed 1 mind
+60
90 up / 30 down

This policy has failed in Venezuela. Results showed economic collapse and capital flight.

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Opal315
+48
92 up / 44 down

Individual liberty is paramount. Government overreach into personal choices sets dangerous precedent.

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Beth806
+17
64 up / 47 down

Individual liberty is paramount. Government overreach into personal choices sets dangerous precedent.

FU
Former User
+14
20 up / 6 down

The economic burden is unsustainable: $500 billion annually. Alternative solutions like targeted assistance programs are more effective.

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Blake161
🎯Changed 1 mind
+6
64 up / 58 down

Individual liberty is paramount. Government overreach into personal choices sets dangerous precedent.