Alan E. Johnson (Book order)

Alan E. Johnson Book order

An independent philosopher and historian, Alan E. Johnson delves into the realms of political philosophy and ethics, probing fundamental questions of human freedom, reason, and governance. His scholarship, fueled by a keen interest in constitutional law and history, seeks to explore the original intents and contemporary implications of political systems. Through his writing and his role moderating a Goodreads discussion group on political philosophy and ethics, Johnson endeavors to foster a deeper comprehension of complex societal and philosophical issues.

The Electoral College: Failures of Original Intent and Proposed Constitutional and Statutory Changes for Direct Popular Vote

348 pages
13 hours of reading

This second edition discusses the formulation of the Electoral College at the 1787 U.S. Constitutional Convention, its ratification by the states in 1787-88, and the history of its operation up to the present time. The book argues that the current Electoral College system results in the opposite of what the Framers intended, namely the encouragement rather than suppression of demagogues. A new chapter discusses what we can learn about the Electoral College from the 2020 election. The book concludes with a chapter on proposed constitutional and statutory changes for the abolition of the Electoral College and the institution of direct popular vote for the president and vice president of the United States.