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which statement most accurately describes a major criticism of the electoral college system?

A. it is tied too closely to the popular vote in each state
B.it requires candidates to campaign throughout the entire country
C.it allows for faithless electors who do not vote according to the wishes of their states
D.it undermines federalism by taking power away from the states

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The statement that most accurately describes a major criticism of the electoral college system is "it allows for faithless electors who do not vote according to the wishes of their states" Option C. This is further explained below.

Who is an elector?

Generally,  one who is eligible to cast a ballot in an election, particularly one to choose representatives in a national legislature.

In conclusion, It allows for faithless electors who do not vote according to the intentions of their states, which is a common critique of the electoral college system.

The electors are chosen by the parties, typically through a central committee or the conferences; thus, when voters choose a president, they are simply voting for their "State's Electors," who are not required to follow the results of the simple majority, and thus sometimes "faithless electors" pick a new candidate they are not devoted to.

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