BSJ

The Butler Scholarly Journal

Category: Politics

  1. Is the US a democracy or a mockery?

    The United States of America was born from the slogan ‘no taxation without representation’. In order to achieve representation the public voice needs to be heard. This is realised through elections based on popular votes. The extensive use of opinion polls would give the impression that every vote counts; sadly this is not the case. It is my belief that the US presidential election is an inherently flawed and undemocratic process. This centres on the use of the Electoral College. What many people do not realise is that the votes cast on Election Day do not elect the president. They are counted and the result passed to…

  2. The Presidential Election 2012

    Hear what Butler has to say on the election as it happens. Link to a Live Commentary on the Presidential Election, straight from the sofas of Butler Bar: >>>Election Live<<< What do YOU think about the election? Who are you hoping will become America’s next President? How does the election look right now? Have a look at the Huffinton Post’s electoral map: http://elections.huffingtonpost.com/2012/romney-vs-obama-electoral-map Missed the run up to the election? Here are some videos that give you a sense of the process, and an insight into some of the Presidential candidates’ key messages: Obama: Romney: