At one time early in United States history, the President and vice-President were elected seperately. The Constitution was later changed to have the President and vice-President run as a pair.
The direct consequence of the election of 1800 was the amendment to the constitution that stipulated separate electoral college balance for president and vice president. It was the 12th amendment to be added to the constitution.
Election of 1800In 1804,the 12th amendment solved the problems by creating separate ballots for president and vice president.
The 25th Amendment to the constitution had not yet been passed so there was no legal method of appointing a vice president outside of an election.
John Adams won the election in 1796. His opponent, Thomas Jefferson, finished second and was therefore made the vice-president in accordance with the original constitution.
John Adams won the election in 1796. His opponent, Thomas Jefferson, finished second and was therefore made the vice-president in accordance with the original constitution.
It is false. The election of 1796 resulted in a Federalist president and a Republican vice president.
Joe Biden is the Vice President elect for the 2008 election.
Such was the case until the 12th amendment to the US Constitution was ratified on 6/15/1804. This amendment calls for separate votes on the President and vice-president.
They will hold another election for the vice president ONLY.
They will hold another election for the vice president ONLY.
While the Constitution provided information on the election, length of term, and duty as the head of the Senate, it did not outline the specific job duties of the Vice President. In the Constitution, the duties that are stated are, he will replace the president if the president can't complete his term, and he will serve as the President of the Senate, but won't vote unless a tiebreaker is needed.
The Supreme Court settles the disputes in connection with the election of the vice president and the president . Its verdict is final.