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Latham & Watkins Forum: The Case for Abolishing the Electoral College

  • Wednesday, March 11, 2020
  • 12:45–2:00 p.m.
    2. 40 Washington Square South New York ,10012  
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The Case for Abolishing the Electoral College

The framers of the Constitution battled over it. Lawmakers have tried to amend or abolish it more than 700 times. Twice in the last five elections, the Electoral College has overridden the popular vote. Millions of voters, and even members of Congress, misunderstand how it works. In his forthcoming book, , Jesse Wegman ’05 presents his arguments for doing away with an institution he calls “antiquated” and “antidemocratic.” At this Forum, Wegman will discuss the issue with two other Law experts in democracy and constitutional design and reform.

Panelists

, Bernard and Anne Spitzer Fellow, Brennan Center for Justice, School of Law

, Golieb Fellow, School of Law

’05, Journalist and member of the New York Times editorial board

Greenberg Lounge is accessible via lift. Any requests for, or questions or concerns about, accessibility accommodations for this event should be sent to Maegan Ciolino: ciolinom@mercury.law.nyu.edu.

 

CLE Credit Available:
  • No
Contact: Maegan F Ciolino , ciolinom@gmail.com