An examination of delegate allocation

**Nuckle** · 03-12-12, 09:40 AM

I would be in favor of the popular vote with a slight exception.

Let me really light the fire.....
If you do not file an IRS return then you do not get a vote unless you are a full time student.

**CivilWars** · 03-12-12, 09:45 AM

Originally Posted by Nuckle

I would be in favor of the popular vote with a slight exception.

Let me really light the fire.....
If you do not file an IRS return then you do not get a vote unless you are a full time student.

We already have an issue with voter turnout, and this would just increase that problem. I would say give a voter tax credit. If you cast a ballot you get a credit for $X on your tax filing. Yes, I know this probably violates one, or even many, laws, but so does a Nigerian President.

**SmokenScion** · 03-12-12, 02:28 PM

Originally Posted by CivilWars

We already have an issue with voter turnout, and this would just increase that problem. I would say give a voter tax credit. If you cast a ballot you get a credit for $X on your tax filing. Yes, I know this probably violates one, or even many, laws, but so does a Nigerian President.

Thank you Sheriff Joe.

**BigHub** · 03-12-12, 03:10 PM

What is this Electoral College you speak of?

Is it hard to get into? Do you need high SAT scores? What degrees do they offer? Is the school known for having hot ass chicks?

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**Red_Lizard2** · 03-12-12, 08:10 PM

Originally Posted by Fovezer

How about we just abolish the Electoral College all together and elect based on popular vote? It's absurd that a candidate can win the popular vote but still lose the election.

I think if you got rid of the winner take all, it'd basically get rid of some of those issues (because now its dividing delegates by the popular vote, not just using it to decide who gets 100% of the state). Popular vote would be fine too, but I think the current point of the EC is to prevent large population bases from deciding the president. Of course it conflicts with the majority rule idea then (if you want elections decided by 50%+1).

I also like being a dick and making it more complicated instead too, make a 1st/2nd/3rd choice ballot, with 10 points per 1st, 6 per 2nd, and 3 per 3rd (or something like that). If its good enough for some racing, and for FIFA voting, it should be good for a presidential race right? =P

**Red_Lizard2** · 03-12-12, 08:12 PM

Originally Posted by BigHub

What is this Electoral College you speak of?

Is it hard to get into? Do you need high SAT scores? What degrees do they offer? Is the school known for having hot ass chicks?

Its a bunch of old dudes that are supposed to be smarter then the rest of the U.S. population.

basically, a college faculty meeting

**Fovezer** · 03-12-12, 08:50 PM

Originally Posted by Red_Lizard2

I think if you got rid of the winner take all, it'd basically get rid of some of those issues (because now its dividing delegates by the popular vote, not just using it to decide who gets 100% of the state). Popular vote would be fine too, but I think the current point of the EC is to prevent large population bases from deciding the president. Of course it conflicts with the majority rule idea then (if you want elections decided by 50%+1).

I also like being a dick and making it more complicated instead too, make a 1st/2nd/3rd choice ballot, with 10 points per 1st, 6 per 2nd, and 3 per 3rd (or something like that). If its good enough for some racing, and for FIFA voting, it should be good for a presidential race right? =P

Popular vote would give everyone the same voice. No more undue weight given to Wyoming in a Presidential election. It would increase voter turnout because now your vote might mean something if you live in a "safe" state. It would also reflect the will of the people. It would also help to nationalize voting standards. That would drastically limit the GOP from trying to institute voter suppression bills because it would be much more difficult to change the national voting standards. Right now, it's easier for them to get away with it on a state-by-state case. Some of the founding fathers originally wanted popular votes, but the southern states would not go for it because they wanted a way for their slaves to be taken into account, but without having to give them any rights. So you can thank slavery for the electoral college.

**triggerhappy2005** · 03-13-12, 04:49 AM

Originally Posted by Nuckle

I would be in favor of the popular vote with a slight exception.

Let me really light the fire.....
If you do not file an IRS return then you do not get a vote unless you are a full time student.

Would you also be ok with those that don't file an IRS return be exempt from military service?

**WickedTribe** · 03-13-12, 08:03 AM

Originally Posted by Nuckle

I would be in favor of the popular vote with a slight exception.

Let me really light the fire.....
If you do not file an IRS return then you do not get a vote unless you are a full time student.

What is this supposed to select for?