What is the Electoral College?

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The Electoral College system used to elect the US president and vice-president is often criticised for being too complicated and outdated. It took centre stage in America’s 2016 elections when Donald Trump emerged as president despite earning nearly 3 million fewer votes than his opponent. So, how does the US Electoral College system work and why does it exist?

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