12th Amendment
Definition
The 12th Amendment is an amendment to the United States Constitution that changed the process of electing the President and Vice President. It established a separate Electoral College vote for each office, rather than having the runner-up become Vice President.
Related terms
Electoral College: A group of people appointed by each state who formally cast votes for the election of the President and Vice President.
Runner-up: The candidate who comes in second place in an election.
Amendment: A change or addition made to the United States Constitution.
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