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Why is that one candidate can win the popular vote but another wins the electoral vote and thus the presidency?

Why is that one candidate can win the popular vote but another wins the electoral vote and thus the presidency?
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Why is that one candidate can win the popular vote but another wins the electoral vote and thus the presidency?

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Because the electoral votes hold more weight and votes overall.

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