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Article: Obama win drives interest in Electoral College vote; Big turnout likely at state ceremonies.(PAGE ONE)
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- The Washington Times (Washington, DC)
- Article date:
- November 28, 2008
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Byline: Gary Emerling, THE WASHINGTON TIMES
An often-overlooked procedure for electing a U.S. president is sparking interest after this year's historic contest.
Barack Obama won the general election Nov. 4, but he still must receive at least 270 votes at meetings next month across the country where members of the Electoral College cast their ballots. And like those readying for the Jan. 20 inauguration, area organizers already are fielding questions from those hoping to witness the largely symbolic ceremonies.
People are very interested, said Kathryn Parker of the Virginia State Board of Elections, who is in charge of preparation for Virginia's Electoral College ...