What does the US Electoral College actually do? | Inside Story

As many as 150 million votes are expected to be cast in this year's U-S presidential election.
But the votes that really count will belong to just 538 people: the presidential electors. That's who voters are really choosing when they tick a box for Donald Trump or Joe Biden. It's a system that's unique - and often confusing for outsiders.

Is the institution from the 1780's still fit-for-purpose in the 21st century?

Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom

Guests:

Kesha Ram - Democratic elector candidate in Vermont

Jennifer Victor - George Mason University

Jim Wass - Republican Elector Candidate in Maryland

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