Understanding the Electoral College - Prof Willard

About this episode

The episode discusses the history and implications of the Electoral College with adjunct professor Greg Willard.

The Electoral College is a system unique to the Unites States democratic experience. And it has been a major topic of discussion for the last few elections with some calls to do away with it entirely. As we approach an election which could potentially be decided by just one electoral vote or even with the winning candidate losing the popular vote, the Electoral College is more consequential than ever. To discuss the history of the Electoral College and the implications for this year’s election, we are joined by adjunct professor Greg Willard. Greg served as White House Staff Assistant and personal aide to President Gerald R. Ford. He teaches a seminar on the American presidency. He is also a frequent guest on St. Louis’ KTRS 550.

People in this episode

Guest: Greg Willard

Topics covered

• Electoral College
• U.S. elections
• American presidency
• political implications
• historical context

Keywords

• Electoral College
• U.S. elections
• Greg Willard
• American presidency
• political discussion

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Saint Louis University School of Law

Places: United States

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