The title of Mike Littwin’s Opinion page article in Sept. 8’s paper includes this startling statement: “Too bad your vote doesn't count.” He raises a question that should finally be answered in language that the average citizen can understand. And, maybe more than one question needs to be discussed: Why do we, in this present day, need the Electoral College – if the “every vote counts” mantra is to be taken at face value?
As Mike points out, in every other area of election by vote, it is the majority that carries the outcome – except for the most important office in our nation. Since this article may cause a certain segment of the populace (those already in doubt) to decide not to vote in this important presidential election, I think a responsible thing might be to offer the public more information on the reason for and any possible merits of the Electoral College. To be plausible and effective, this information should be factual, not partisan or opinionated in any way. I am not alone in trying to understand the need for electors, gerrymandering or the redrawing of district lines and how this affects fair voting practices. And, just how the states are assured of electors following the law to cast their vote in consonance with the majority vote of their citizens? Hopefully, there is space to address this in your paper. Thank you.
Carol Perez
Bayfield
