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Old 06-26-2008, 11:01 PM  
pocketkangaroo
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Originally Posted by jollyperv View Post
Why wouldn't all states be required to cast votes according to the popular vote of the citizens that these fuckers represent?
Because our politicians don't trust the people to make decisions for themselves.

There is a little more to it. The system does help give a voice to smaller states who may have been ignored in elections. But the system is outdated and no longer needed with the vast media and strength of the Federal Government.

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