Carter would have had a majority of electoral votes and would have won the election. So get your parents to vote and make a pledge to your country that when you turn 18 you will become a life long voter. The best voters are informed voters, and the purpose of this website is provide access to information. It includes links to sites which explain how the electoral college works and provide an overview of how election results are determined. These links are to news agencies around the country as well as general organizations such as the League of Women Voters.
Students can investigate issues related to the election and view poll results.
It is recommended that students compare information from different sources since some news sites might show bias toward one candidate or party. This section provides links to websites dedicated to particular political parties or causes. These websites are designed to be biased, and students need to view this information with the same scrutiny they would use when watching or reading an advertisement.