The final New York Times/Siena College polls, released yesterday, showed a virtually tied race. Kamala Harris is clearly favored in states that account for 226 electoral votes, while Donald Trump is favored in states that account for 219. To win, Harris will likely need at least 44 combined electoral votes from the seven battleground states, while he will likely need 51. But surprises remain possible. A highly regarded Iowa poll, for example, shocked many political analysts over the weekend by showing Harris ahead there — a potential sign of her strength with white voters. Alaska is another state where she has a small chance for a big upset. Trump could pull off his own surprises in New Mexico or New Hampshire.
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1) What is the best path to the White House for each candidate?
2) Which candidate benefits most from the Electoral College? Why?
3) How does the current map compare to past Presidential elections?
4) Why don't we just go by the popular vote?
5) Do you think the Electoral College is the best system for choosing our President? Why/ not?
6) What would you do to change the Electoral College if anything?
