Preserving Our Republic: Defending the Electoral College Against Colorado Democrats’ Tweets

When Rep. Steven Woodrow posted this weekend, "The electoral college is affirmative action for Republicans," it wasn't the silliest comment the HD2 representative has made on social media since being elected to the Colorado House. Granted, it's a ridiculous notion, but Woodrow has said so many other far worse, and frankly, far more ill-informed.

Over the years, the progressive Democrat has famously gotten his hand slapped more than once for what and when he's tweeted. For instance, heckling his Republican colleagues during public hearings over Twitter -- where he was the chair. And of course, his childish Twitter attacks aimed at citizen witnesses who have traveled to the Capitol to testify -- these tweets have been called into question multiple times, over multiple sessions, and by multiple speakers.

But for a lawyer and two-term Colorado House member who should know better, how radical is his attack on the Electoral College?

The Founding Fathers designed the Electoral College to be a vital safeguard, ensuring the voices of smaller states were not drowned out by those with larger populations. It promotes a balanced approach, preventing a few heavily populated states, usually overrun by debt, lacking in resources, and governed by liberal Democrats, from determining the fate of the entire country. By doing so, it protects the interests of citizens in less densely populated regions, ensuring they have a say in the governance of our nation.

Critics argue that the winner-takes-all approach in most states diminishes the power of individual votes. However, it is essential to understand that the Electoral College is not meant to be a mere reflection of popular vote totals. It encourages candidates to seek support from a wide range of states, preventing them from focusing solely on densely populated urban areas while neglecting rural regions and smaller states.

Furthermore, the Electoral College maintains stability during the transition of power. Instead of relying on nationwide recounts or prolonged legal battles, the system facilitates an orderly and swift resolution to determine the President. This allows for a peaceful transfer of power, a fundamental pillar of our democracy.

Calls for the dismantling of the Electoral College often arise from dissatisfaction with specific outcomes, or in the case of Rep. Steven Woodrow, possibly fears that the current Democrat incumbent would not carry the 270 electors needed to win the presidency.

In a nation as vast and diverse as ours, with varying regional needs and perspectives, the Electoral College serves as a unifying force. It champions the principle of federalism, empowering states and bringing their voices to the forefront of our national decision-making process.

The Electoral College is not a relic of the past; it is a living institution that continues to  safeguard our republic to this day. In defending the Electoral College, we defend the strength, resilience, and fairness of American democracy.