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The End Of “One Person – One Vote”

By ⋅ October 28, 2009 ⋅ 7 comments

The coming election in New York District 23 (NY-23) illustrates in small the problem that many voters have every year.  In this county there are three people running: Bill Owens – Democrat Dede Scozzafava – Republican Doug Hoffman – Independent/Conservative The interesting part in this race is not only who is choosing to support whom1, [...]

Should Everyone Have a Vote?

By ⋅ January 15, 2009 ⋅ 5 comments

Yesterday we considered the Electoral College, but in order to fully appreciate the discussion, I think we need to look into the system that was set up by the Founders.  When we look at this question, however, we have to start with voting, and what we find may be shocking to some of you.

Obama Wins Election

By ⋅ January 14, 2009 ⋅ 2 comments

Contrary to what you’re lead to believe, the election of a President is not decided on election night by news anchors with big screens contacting election headquarters.  In fact, President-Elect Obama just won the election January 8, 2009.  The vote was 365 to 173 in favor of Pres-Elect Obama over Sen. McCain.

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