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The direct vote of citizens to elect the President of the United States is called the Popular Vote. The race for President of the United States also takes into account Electoral Votes. Electoral Votes are given to candidates who win the Popular Vote in a particular state.

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What people can vote for president and vice president?

US citizens who are registered to vote elect delegates to the Electoral College, and the Electoral College elects the president and VP.


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How is the president elected?

Each state appoints or elects electors who then vote for the candidate they are sworn to vote for.


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What was the constitutional institution for choosing presidents that came under severe criticism after the 2000 popular vote winner failed to win the office?

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How many citizens have to vote for a president?

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