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Which state has the largest population in the United States?
Which state has the largest population in the United States?
What is required for a candidate to be eligible for the presidency?
What is required for a candidate to be eligible for the presidency?
How does a candidate win the election?
How does a candidate win the election?
What happens on Super Tuesday during the election process?
What happens on Super Tuesday during the election process?
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When is the new president sworn in?
When is the new president sworn in?
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What is the main role of electors in the U.S. presidential election?
What is the main role of electors in the U.S. presidential election?
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Why is the U.S. presidential election significant to other countries?
Why is the U.S. presidential election significant to other countries?
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What typically decides the election in key swing states?
What typically decides the election in key swing states?
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Study Notes
US Presidential Election
- Alaska is the largest state.
- California has the largest population.
- The candidate with the most votes in a state wins that state's electoral votes.
- States have different levels of power in the election.
- The president is elected by winning a majority of the electoral votes (currently 538).
- The president is inaugurated in January.
Presidential Eligibility
- A candidate must be a US citizen or resident for 14 years.
- A candidate must be over 35 years old.
- A candidate must be born in the US.
- No pregnancy requirement mentioned.
US Presidential Election Process
- Primaries: Political parties choose their candidates in primaries, with varying voting methods by state.
- Super Tuesday: A significant day where multiple states simultaneously hold primaries.
- Election Day: Voters cast ballots for electors who represent candidates in the Electoral College.
- Electoral College: Each state has a specific number of electors based on its population; most states award all their electors to the candidate who wins the popular vote.
- Swing States: States where the election outcome is uncertain often decide the outcome.
- Electoral Vote Count: A candidate needs more than half (270) of the 538 electoral votes to win.
- Official Vote Count: Electors cast their votes in December; Congress confirms the result in January.
- Inauguration: The new president is sworn in on January 20th.
International Significance
- The US presidential election influences global politics due to US global involvement and influence.
- Current US involvement includes wars in Ukraine, Gaza, and Yemen, as well as international tensions with China and Russia.
- Concerns exist over potential return of certain candidates' policies (e.g., "America First").
- Some countries fear these policies could damage alliances such as NATO.
Further Notes (Example of a Different Topic)
- Dorian's character choice highlights a shift towards prioritizing pleasure and beauty over morality.
- Wilde's concept of the "dandy" involves living for personal aesthetic pleasure and individuality.
- Wilde believed life should be a work of art, with beauty and personal satisfaction as paramount.
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Test your knowledge of the US presidential election process, including the roles of electoral votes, primaries, and eligibility requirements for candidates. Learn about the significance of key events like Super Tuesday and Election Day. This quiz covers essential aspects of American democracy and the electoral framework.
