Electoral College

  Clearly and extensively explain the Electoral College system. How does it work? Why do we have the system? List at least 4-6 pros and cons of the Electoral College. What are your thoughts; which side do you agree with and why? Do you think we should maintain, reform, or completely do away with the existing system? Make sure to back up your statements with well-researched facts. Item Number of Points Below expectation Meets expectation Above expectation Paper clearly and extensively explain the Electoral College system (3 points) 0-1 2 3 Paper explains in-depth how the EC works (3 polMs) 0-1 2 3 Paper explains why the EC system exists. (3 points) 0-1 2 3 Paper lists a minimum of 4-6 pros and cons of the EC. (6 points) 0-2 3-4 5-6 Student has explained his/her thoughts about the EC and the side that he/she supports, In addition the student has explained whether we should maintain, reform, or completely do away with the existing system (9 points) 0-3 4-6 7