The Use Of Electors-Clarification Part Thirteen

 

The Use Of Electors-Clarification Part Thirteen

The American Constitution did not intend for any campaigning to take place in the choosing of head executives (President and Vice-President) at the federal government level. Since that document cited that the form of state governments have to pattern themselves from the form of federal government, it must be noted that this (lack of campaigning) is also to be the case in the choosing of head executives (Governor and Lieutenant Governor) at the state government level. 

The electors serve a "one-shot" purpose. They are chosen to perform one function only. That is to cast ballots for one head executive at either the state or federal government level. If a state and American citizen desires to run for the position for elector, he or she has to meet all eligibility requirements and also must obtain a sufficient number of signatures within the geographical area he or she wishes to represent.

The next post will elaborate on all the signature requirements needed to be on the ballot for electors.