How the Electoral College Works: History and Mechanics

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This educational video provides a comprehensive overview of the United States Electoral College, exploring its historical origins, the debates that shaped it, and its modern-day mechanics. Hosted by Justin from MiaPrep, the lesson breaks down complex civics concepts into digestible segments, starting with the Constitutional Convention of 1787. It explains why the Founding Fathers were hesitant to establish a direct popular vote and details the three main proposals considered before the Electoral College was adopted as a compromise between congressional selection and direct election.