Electoral college supports minoritarianism
Dear Editor, Mr. Wesley Maroney raises a valid point regarding the Electoral College keeping a balance between states representation. My objection to this system lies within the figures. Consider this. California has a population of approximately 40 million people and 55 members comprise its Electoral College allotted votes, a roughly calculated ratio of one elector to 700,000 people. Wyoming has a population in the 580,000 range with three members in its Electoral College. This results in another roughly calculated ratio of one elector to 200,000 people. In my opinion here is the problem. One elector represents 700,000 people in California…