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Why did the framers of the Constitution create a limited electoral system, as opposed to one that more strictly adhered to democratic ideals?
 
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Explain how Hubert Humphrey came to be the Democratic candidate for president in 1968 despite the fact that the nation had an incumbent president and Humphrey had not campaigned in any primaries.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 9, 2018
Answer to Question 1

An ideal response will:
1, Explain why the electoral system is considered limited, which should include a discussion about the electoral and popular voting systems.
2, Discuss the reasoning behind having an electoral college, including a discussion about the limited trust in the general population to vote directly.

Answer to Question 2

An ideal response will:
1, Explain that during the primaries, Senator Eugene McCarthy and Senator Robert F. Kennedy both campaigned while Vice President Hubert Humphrey did not.
2, Point out that the incumbent president, Lyndon Johnson, dropped out of the race after disappointing primary results, and Senator Kennedy was assassinated during the campaign.
3, Explain that the Democratic Party leaders gave the nomination to Humphrey rather than McCarthy.
4, Discuss the significance of not campaigning during the primaries and receiving the presidential nomination for the general election.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 9, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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