World watches chaotic U S election amid global astonishment
Reporters abroad describe the United States election as perplexing and chaotic with criticisms that it is a mockery of orderly power transfer. Observers in Britain, Mexico, Russia and elsewhere question the Electoral College and timing while noting premature congratulations and confusing voting procedures.
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Vote differential pressures Bush victory in Florida
Bush would win the White House with Florida's 25 electoral votes, 271 to 260, if his Florida lead holds, despite Gore winning the nationwide popular vote. Analysts note the Electoral College, not popular vote, would determine the presidency, potentially sparking a legitimacy crisis and nationwide debate over altering or abolishing the system.
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Rutgers University
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Professors foresee electoral college turmoil in close race
KU dean Diana Carlin cites Bush advantage in messaging as DebateWatch 2000 tracks debates. Absentee ballots from abroad, including military and government voters, keep Gore’s late chances alive. If Bush wins electoral college while Gore wins popular vote, legitimacy and debate over reform rise.
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