I urge you to oppose every bill that implements the "National Popular Vote" (NPVIC) in Maine, including HP 1023. The NPV is an unconstitutional proposal that will hurt our state's representation in presidential elections. We want our voice heard, and the NPV will nullify our voice in favor of large states and cities. The NPV also misunderstands the nature of our country. The United States is a federal, constitutional republic, not a unitary democracy. The Electoral College is one of the institutions designed to ensure that each state retains a voice in the country. Oppose the National Popular Vote, which harms Maine and violates the U.S. Constitution, by opposing HP 1023.

Please protect the Electoral College, and oppose HP 1023. The "National Popular Vote" is a dangerous and subversive proposal, especially since it seeks to circumvent the Constitution without amending it, and because it threatens our nation's fundamental character. Our country is a constitutional republic, not a democracy and certainly not a direct democracy. Not only do the founding fathers emphasize this point in writings such as Federalist No. 10, but Article IV, Section 4, of the U.S. Constitution also requires all states to have "a Republican Form of Government." Also, the Constitution designs our government to have the states play a big role. This is seen in the 10th Amendment, the Senate, and, of course, the Electoral College. Ultimately, the Electoral College strongly reflects our nation's character. We should respect what the founders created rather than try to destroy it. Thus, please act to protect the Electoral College, and oppose HP 1023.

Please reject all efforts to extend the National Popular Vote agreement to Maine. HP 1023, which would do that, has been introduced -- please oppose this bill, and ensure it doesn't pass. The Electoral College is an important part of our election system, and it helps Maine. Otherwise, populous states like Florida, Texas, and California would have even more electoral power than they do now. Also, from a national perspective, it gives a voice to those in rural areas who otherwise would be ignored in elections. More importantly, the National Popular Vote isn't consistent with our constitution. The Constitution's provisions emphasize the federal nature of our republic, and the National Popular Vote goes against this, in spirit if not law. For these reasons, please oppose HP 1023, along with every other effort to bring the National Popular Vote to our state.

I implore you to oppose and vote against HP 1023, along with any other legislation that would implement the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPVIC) in Maine. The NPVIC is a terrible proposal that should be rejected. The Electoral College helps protect the representation of smaller states from the electoral power of large states and metro areas. We're putting ourselves at a disadvantage in presidential elections if we adopt the NPVIC proposal. More importantly, this proposal is unconstitutional -- the Constitution should be changed via a constitutional amendment, NOT by ignoring or circumventing it. Please oppose and vote against HP 1023, and preserve the Electoral College.

I strongly request that you oppose HP 1023 and every other attempt to end or subvert the Electoral College. This proposal would effectively destroy one of the important checks and balances preventing tyranny, including "tyranny of the majority," and this proposal goes against our nation's core character. As noted in Federalist #10, our country is not a democracy, but rather a republic, and for good reason. Also, state governments play a big role in our constitutional structure. The NPV goes against both of these important principles. If we are to end our status as a federal republic, we should do it through a constitutional amendment, not an unconstitutional interstate agreement. Accordingly, please oppose HP 1023.