How Do We REALLY Elect The President? | Civics Made Easy

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NOTE: On April 13th, 2026, Virginia became the 18th state to join the NPVIC. The compact is now up to 222 electoral votes (among the 18 states and D.C.). Ben Sheehan unpacks the Electoral College's intricate complicated history and current complexities in this episode of “Civics Made Easy.” From its founding in 1787 to the modern debates surrounding it, Ben explains why it was created, how it operates today, and the potential for reform. This episode offers an engaging and accessible exploration of one of the most misunderstood parts of our electoral system. Civics Made Easy | The Electoral College Explained This program is made possible by viewers like you. Support your local PBS station: https://www.pbs.org/donate Subscribe to the PBS channel for more clips: https://www.youtube.com/PBS/ Enjoy full episodes of your favorite PBS shows anytime, anywhere with the free PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2QbtzhR FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PBS/ X: https://twitter.com/PBS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PBS/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbs Threads: https://www.threads.net/@pbs #civics #election #voting Civics Made Easy Hosted by Ben Sheehan, breaks down the complex world of American government and civic participation. Each episode transforms intricate concepts into clear, digestible lessons, equipping viewers with the essential knowledge to actively participate in their democracy. Designed to empower and inform, the series makes understanding civics

Published 2025-06-26 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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